C56/100
CURRY WATER AUTHORITY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 18,060 people · Alabama
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
AL0001432
Violations
9
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
chlorate | 900.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
3
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
2
Health-Related
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: October 1, 2023 – December 31, 2023Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: September 6, 2023 – November 13, 2023Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: July 1, 2023 – September 30, 2023Rule: 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 CURRY WATER AUTHORITY
Is CURRY WATER AUTHORITY water safe to drink?
CURRY WATER AUTHORITY water receives a grade of C (56/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 9 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has CURRY WATER AUTHORITY detected?
69 contaminants were tested in CURRY WATER AUTHORITY's water. Notable contaminants include chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CURRY WATER AUTHORITY have any EPA violations?
Yes, CURRY WATER AUTHORITY has 9 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include MCL, Other. 8 are health-based violations.
How many people does CURRY WATER AUTHORITY serve?
CURRY WATER AUTHORITY serves approximately 18,060 people, Alabama. The system provides water to 1 community: Jasper.
What type of water does CURRY WATER AUTHORITY provide?
CURRY WATER AUTHORITY 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 AL0001432.
How does CURRY WATER AUTHORITY compare to other utilities in Alabama?
CURRY WATER AUTHORITY scores 56/100 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.