B79/100
CHILTON WATER AUTHORITY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 27,681 people · Alabama
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
AL0000234
Violations
21
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 1997.
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 CHILTON WATER AUTHORITY
Is CHILTON WATER AUTHORITY water safe to drink?
CHILTON WATER AUTHORITY water receives a grade of B (79/100), which is considered good. Out of 66 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has CHILTON WATER AUTHORITY detected?
66 contaminants were tested in CHILTON WATER AUTHORITY's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does CHILTON WATER AUTHORITY have any EPA violations?
Yes, CHILTON WATER AUTHORITY has 21 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 1997. Violation types include MR.
How many people does CHILTON WATER AUTHORITY serve?
CHILTON WATER AUTHORITY serves approximately 27,681 people, Alabama. The system provides water to 1 community: Thorsby.
What type of water does CHILTON WATER AUTHORITY provide?
CHILTON WATER AUTHORITY sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is AL0000234.
How does CHILTON WATER AUTHORITY compare to other utilities in Alabama?
CHILTON WATER AUTHORITY scores 79/100 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.