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Oxford, Mississippi: Is the Tap Water Safe to Drink?

2026 EPA water quality data for 12 community water systems serving 66,860+ residents. See violations, PFAS results, lead test results, and safety grades — free.

Is Oxford Tap Water Safe to Drink?

Oxford has 12 community water systems. 10 of 12 graded systems meet all EPA standards (grade A or B), while 2 have recorded violations. No active health-based violations are currently open. Check individual system reports below for specifics.

Oxford Water Quality Overview

Oxford, Mississippi is served by 12 community water systems providing water to approximately 66,860 residents. These systems draw from groundwater sources. Oxford water systems have recorded 14 health-based violations in their history, though none are currently active. Including monitoring and reporting violations, there are 232 total violations on record.

12
Water Systems
14
Health Violations
10/12
Rated A or B
2
PFAS Tested
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All 12 water systems in Oxford

CITY OF OXFORD C
OXFORD, MS · 28,500 people · Groundwater 3 health violations in past 5 yrs
UNIVERSITY OF MISSISSIPPI C
OXFORD, MS · 26,874 people · Groundwater 2 health violations in past 5 yrs
ANCHOR WATER ASSOCIATION A
OXFORD, MS · 2,051 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations
WESTOVER WATER ASSOCIATION, INC A
OXFORD, MS · 1,771 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations
HOPEWELL WATER ASSOCIATION A
OXFORD, MS · 1,684 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations
EAST OXFORD WATER ASSOCIATION A
OXFORD, MS · 1,544 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations
CAMPGROUND WATER ASSN A
OXFORD, MS · 1,175 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations
COLLEGE HILL WATER ASSN A
OXFORD, MS · 1,146 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations
YOCONA WATER ASSOCIATION, INC. A
OXFORD, MS · 926 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations
DENMARK WATER ASSOCIATION A
OXFORD, MS · 499 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations
OLIN WINCHESTER-OXFORD A
OXFORD, MS · 400 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations
LAFAYETTE SPRINGS WATER ASSN A
OXFORD, MS · 290 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations

Looking for water quality data across the whole state? See our full Mississippi tap water safety report covering Mississippi’s EPA-regulated water systems.

Oxford Drinking Water: Frequently Asked Questions

Is Oxford, Mississippi tap water safe to drink?

Oxford has 12 community water systems. 10 of 12 graded systems meet all EPA standards (grade A or B), while 2 have recorded violations. No active health-based violations are currently open. Check individual system reports below for specifics.

How many water utilities serve Oxford, Mississippi?

12 community water systems serve Oxford, Mississippi, providing water to approximately 66,860 people. Different neighborhoods may be served by different utilities. Enter your ZIP code at the top to find your specific provider.

Does Oxford tap water have lead?

Lead in drinking water typically enters from old pipes and fixtures inside homes and buildings, not from the treatment plant. The EPA requires water systems to monitor for lead under the Lead and Copper Rule. Click any water system above to see its most recent 90th-percentile lead test results. Homes built before 1986 are most likely to have lead plumbing components.

What contaminants have been found in Oxford drinking water?

EPA violation records for Oxford water systems are listed on each utility's report page. Common regulated contaminants include disinfection byproducts (TTHMs, HAA5), coliform bacteria, nitrates, and lead. Click any utility above to see its full violation history going back 10 years.

How do I find out which water company serves my address in Oxford?

Enter your Oxford ZIP code in the search box at the top of this page. ClearWater will identify the specific water system serving your area and show you its EPA violation history, lead test results, and an overall safety grade. You can also check your water bill or your utility's annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR).