A94/100
EAST LAUDERDALE COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 10,296 people · Alabama
Water Source
Purchased Groundwater
County
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System ID
AL0001424
Violations
3
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | < 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2019.
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 LAUDERDALE COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY
Is EAST LAUDERDALE COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY water safe to drink?
EAST LAUDERDALE COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY water receives a grade of A (94/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 31 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has EAST LAUDERDALE COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY detected?
31 contaminants were tested in EAST LAUDERDALE COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does EAST LAUDERDALE COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY have any EPA violations?
Yes, EAST LAUDERDALE COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY has 3 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2019. Violation types include Other, MR.
How many people does EAST LAUDERDALE COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY serve?
EAST LAUDERDALE COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY serves approximately 10,296 people, Alabama. The system provides water to 1 community: Rogersville.
What type of water does EAST LAUDERDALE COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY provide?
EAST LAUDERDALE COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY sources its water from purchased groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is AL0001424.
How does EAST LAUDERDALE COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY compare to other utilities in Alabama?
EAST LAUDERDALE COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY scores 94/100 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.