A96/100
COWIKEE WATER AUTHORITY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,995 people · Alabama
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
AL0001460
Violations
4
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
3
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
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 – October 23, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: October 1, 2024 – December 31, 2024Rule: 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: April 11, 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 COWIKEE WATER AUTHORITY
Is COWIKEE WATER AUTHORITY water safe to drink?
COWIKEE WATER AUTHORITY water receives a grade of A (96/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has COWIKEE WATER AUTHORITY detected?
1 contaminants were tested in COWIKEE WATER AUTHORITY's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does COWIKEE WATER AUTHORITY have any EPA violations?
Yes, COWIKEE WATER AUTHORITY has 4 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include RPT, Other, MR.
How many people does COWIKEE WATER AUTHORITY serve?
COWIKEE WATER AUTHORITY serves approximately 1,995 people, Alabama. The system provides water to 1 community: Eufaula.
What type of water does COWIKEE WATER AUTHORITY provide?
COWIKEE WATER AUTHORITY sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is AL0001460.
How does COWIKEE WATER AUTHORITY compare to other utilities in Alabama?
COWIKEE WATER AUTHORITY scores 96/100 with a grade of A (excellent). This places it among the higher-performing utilities in the state. Visit our Alabama state page for a full comparison of water systems.