A80/100
ELMORE WATER & SEWER AUTHORITY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 13,680 people · Alabama
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
AL0000535
Violations
5
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.57 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
chlorate | 340.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2020.
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 ELMORE WATER & SEWER AUTHORITY
Is ELMORE WATER & SEWER AUTHORITY water safe to drink?
ELMORE WATER & SEWER AUTHORITY water receives a grade of A (80/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 70 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has ELMORE WATER & SEWER AUTHORITY detected?
70 contaminants were tested in ELMORE WATER & SEWER AUTHORITY's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), chlorate. 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does ELMORE WATER & SEWER AUTHORITY have any EPA violations?
Yes, ELMORE WATER & SEWER AUTHORITY has 5 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2020. Violation types include MR, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does ELMORE WATER & SEWER AUTHORITY serve?
ELMORE WATER & SEWER AUTHORITY serves approximately 13,680 people, Alabama. The system provides water to 1 community: Elmore.
What type of water does ELMORE WATER & SEWER AUTHORITY provide?
ELMORE WATER & SEWER 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 AL0000535.
How does ELMORE WATER & SEWER AUTHORITY compare to other utilities in Alabama?
ELMORE WATER & SEWER AUTHORITY scores 80/100 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.