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BUTLER WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026

Serving 4,590 people · Alabama

Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
AL0000232
Violations
13

Contaminant Test Results

1 contaminant above EPA health goals
ContaminantDetectedLimit (MCL)Status
Lead (90th percentile)
0.003 mg/L0.015 mg/LAbove Goal

EPA Violation History

6

Violations (last 5yr)

1

Unresolved

2

Health-Related

TIER 3Unresolved

Failed to conduct Level 2 Assessment

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: September 6, 2024Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Resolved

Failed to conduct Level 2 Assessment

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: April 11, 2024 – February 13, 2025Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved

Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)

When: April 1, 2024 – June 30, 2024Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Failed to conduct Level 2 Assessment

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: March 6, 2024 – February 13, 2025Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved

Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)

When: January 1, 2024 – March 31, 2024Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Monitoring violation

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: September 11, 2022 – October 3, 2022Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway

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 BUTLER WATER SYSTEM

Is BUTLER WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?

BUTLER WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of C (52/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 13 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.

What contaminants has BUTLER WATER SYSTEM detected?

38 contaminants were tested in BUTLER WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).

Does BUTLER WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?

Yes, BUTLER WATER SYSTEM has 13 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include MR, MCL, RPT. 8 are health-based violations.

How many people does BUTLER WATER SYSTEM serve?

BUTLER WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 4,590 people, Alabama. The system provides water to 1 community: Butler.

What type of water does BUTLER WATER SYSTEM provide?

BUTLER WATER SYSTEM sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is AL0000232.

How does BUTLER WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Alabama?

BUTLER WATER SYSTEM scores 52/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our Alabama state page for a full comparison of water systems.

Cities Served

Butler