A93/100
EAST ALABAMA WATER & FIRE PRO DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 17,532 people · Alabama
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
AL0000174
Violations
1
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
chlorate | 1200.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 1993.
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 EAST ALABAMA WATER & FIRE PRO DISTRICT
Is EAST ALABAMA WATER & FIRE PRO DISTRICT water safe to drink?
EAST ALABAMA WATER & FIRE PRO DISTRICT water receives a grade of A (93/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 69 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has EAST ALABAMA WATER & FIRE PRO DISTRICT detected?
69 contaminants were tested in EAST ALABAMA WATER & FIRE PRO DISTRICT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile), chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does EAST ALABAMA WATER & FIRE PRO DISTRICT have any EPA violations?
Yes, EAST ALABAMA WATER & FIRE PRO DISTRICT has 1 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 1993. Violation types include MR.
How many people does EAST ALABAMA WATER & FIRE PRO DISTRICT serve?
EAST ALABAMA WATER & FIRE PRO DISTRICT serves approximately 17,532 people, Alabama.
What type of water does EAST ALABAMA WATER & FIRE PRO DISTRICT provide?
EAST ALABAMA WATER & FIRE PRO DISTRICT 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 AL0000174.
How does EAST ALABAMA WATER & FIRE PRO DISTRICT compare to other utilities in Alabama?
EAST ALABAMA WATER & FIRE PRO DISTRICT scores 93/100 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.