B69/100
CHILDERSBURG WATER & SEWER BOARD — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 9,744 people · Alabama
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
AL0001228
Violations
23
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOS | 0.013 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2020.
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 CHILDERSBURG WATER & SEWER BOARD
Is CHILDERSBURG WATER & SEWER BOARD water safe to drink?
CHILDERSBURG WATER & SEWER BOARD water receives a grade of B (69/100), which is considered good. Out of 31 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has CHILDERSBURG WATER & SEWER BOARD detected?
31 contaminants were tested in CHILDERSBURG WATER & SEWER BOARD's water. Notable contaminants include PFOS. 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CHILDERSBURG WATER & SEWER BOARD have any EPA violations?
Yes, CHILDERSBURG WATER & SEWER BOARD has 23 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2020. Violation types include MR.
How many people does CHILDERSBURG WATER & SEWER BOARD serve?
CHILDERSBURG WATER & SEWER BOARD serves approximately 9,744 people, Alabama. The system provides water to 1 community: Childersburg.
What type of water does CHILDERSBURG WATER & SEWER BOARD provide?
CHILDERSBURG WATER & SEWER BOARD sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is AL0001228.
How does CHILDERSBURG WATER & SEWER BOARD compare to other utilities in Alabama?
CHILDERSBURG WATER & SEWER BOARD scores 69/100 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.