F0/100
ENTERPRISE WATER WORKS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 48,000 people · Alabama
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
AL0000296
Violations
144
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
4
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: April 1, 2023 – May 19, 2023Rule: 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
TIER 3Resolved
Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: January 1, 2022 – December 31, 2022Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: January 1, 2022 – December 31, 2022Rule: 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 ENTERPRISE WATER WORKS
Is ENTERPRISE WATER WORKS water safe to drink?
ENTERPRISE WATER WORKS water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 144 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has ENTERPRISE WATER WORKS detected?
66 contaminants were tested in ENTERPRISE WATER WORKS's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does ENTERPRISE WATER WORKS have any EPA violations?
Yes, ENTERPRISE WATER WORKS has 144 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include Other, RPT, MR. 5 are health-based violations.
How many people does ENTERPRISE WATER WORKS serve?
ENTERPRISE WATER WORKS serves approximately 48,000 people, Alabama. The system provides water to 1 community: Enterprise.
What type of water does ENTERPRISE WATER WORKS provide?
ENTERPRISE WATER WORKS sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is AL0000296.
How does ENTERPRISE WATER WORKS compare to other utilities in Alabama?
ENTERPRISE WATER WORKS scores 0/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Alabama state page for a full comparison of water systems.