C57/100
CHEROKEE WATER & GAS DEPARTMENT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,992 people · Alabama
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
AL0000311
Violations
20
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | < 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: October 1, 2021 – December 31, 2021Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: 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 CHEROKEE WATER & GAS DEPARTMENT
Is CHEROKEE WATER & GAS DEPARTMENT water safe to drink?
CHEROKEE WATER & GAS DEPARTMENT water receives a grade of C (57/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 20 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has CHEROKEE WATER & GAS DEPARTMENT detected?
1 contaminants were tested in CHEROKEE WATER & GAS DEPARTMENT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CHEROKEE WATER & GAS DEPARTMENT have any EPA violations?
Yes, CHEROKEE WATER & GAS DEPARTMENT has 20 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2021. Violation types include MCL, MR, Other. 5 are health-based violations.
How many people does CHEROKEE WATER & GAS DEPARTMENT serve?
CHEROKEE WATER & GAS DEPARTMENT serves approximately 1,992 people, Alabama. The system provides water to 1 community: Cherokee.
What type of water does CHEROKEE WATER & GAS DEPARTMENT provide?
CHEROKEE WATER & GAS DEPARTMENT sources its water from surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is AL0000311.
How does CHEROKEE WATER & GAS DEPARTMENT compare to other utilities in Alabama?
CHEROKEE WATER & GAS DEPARTMENT scores 57/100 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.