B61/100

CHISHOLM HEIGHTS WATER & F P AUTHORITY — Water Quality Report 2026

Serving 4,881 people · Alabama

Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
System ID
AL0000777
Violations
15

Contaminant Test Results

1 contaminant above EPA health goals
ContaminantDetectedLimit (MCL)Status
PFOS
0.004 µg/L0.004 µg/LOver Limit

EPA Violation History

7

Violations (last 5yr)

0

Unresolved

1

Health-Related

TIER 3Resolved

Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule

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

When: January 1, 2025 – March 31, 2025Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule

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

When: January 1, 2025 – March 31, 2025Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure

When: December 7, 2024 – May 9, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure

When: December 7, 2024 – March 26, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Reporting violation

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

When: October 17, 2024 – February 5, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved

Treatment technique violation

When: October 17, 2024 – February 5, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: 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: August 1, 2024 – August 31, 2024Rule: 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 CHISHOLM HEIGHTS WATER & F P AUTHORITY

Is CHISHOLM HEIGHTS WATER & F P AUTHORITY water safe to drink?

CHISHOLM HEIGHTS WATER & F P AUTHORITY water receives a grade of B (61/100), which is considered good. Out of 34 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.

What contaminants has CHISHOLM HEIGHTS WATER & F P AUTHORITY detected?

34 contaminants were tested in CHISHOLM HEIGHTS WATER & F P AUTHORITY's water. Notable contaminants include PFOS. 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).

Does CHISHOLM HEIGHTS WATER & F P AUTHORITY have any EPA violations?

Yes, CHISHOLM HEIGHTS WATER & F P AUTHORITY has 15 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include MR, Other, RPT. 4 are health-based violations.

How many people does CHISHOLM HEIGHTS WATER & F P AUTHORITY serve?

CHISHOLM HEIGHTS WATER & F P AUTHORITY serves approximately 4,881 people, Alabama. The system provides water to 1 community: Florence.

What type of water does CHISHOLM HEIGHTS WATER & F P AUTHORITY provide?

CHISHOLM HEIGHTS WATER & F P AUTHORITY 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 AL0000777.

How does CHISHOLM HEIGHTS WATER & F P AUTHORITY compare to other utilities in Alabama?

CHISHOLM HEIGHTS WATER & F P AUTHORITY scores 61/100 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.

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