B78/100
BOAZ WATER & SEWER BOARD — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 15,000 people · Alabama
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
AL0000936
Violations
3
Contaminant Test Results
3 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOA | 0.007 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOS | 0.004 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Failed to issue ongoing public notification
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
Understanding violation severity
Tier 1Urgent health risk. Utility must notify all customers within 24 hours.Tier 2Important health or treatment issue. Customers notified within 30 days.Tier 3Administrative or monitoring issue. Reported in the annual water quality report.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) · Updated quarterly
Frequently Asked Questions About BOAZ WATER & SEWER BOARD
Is BOAZ WATER & SEWER BOARD water safe to drink?
BOAZ WATER & SEWER BOARD water receives a grade of B (78/100), which is considered good. Out of 69 contaminants tested, 2 exceed EPA legal limits. 3 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has BOAZ WATER & SEWER BOARD detected?
69 contaminants were tested in BOAZ WATER & SEWER BOARD's water. Notable contaminants include PFOA, PFOS, Lead (90th percentile). 2 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 3 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does BOAZ WATER & SEWER BOARD have any EPA violations?
Yes, BOAZ WATER & SEWER BOARD has 3 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include MR, MON.
How many people does BOAZ WATER & SEWER BOARD serve?
BOAZ WATER & SEWER BOARD serves approximately 15,000 people, Alabama. The system provides water to 1 community: Boaz.
What type of water does BOAZ WATER & SEWER BOARD provide?
BOAZ WATER & SEWER BOARD sources its water from purchased surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is AL0000936.
How does BOAZ WATER & SEWER BOARD compare to other utilities in Alabama?
BOAZ WATER & SEWER BOARD scores 78/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our Alabama state page for a full comparison of water systems.