B71/100
FLORENCE, WATER DEPARTMENT, CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 77,766 people · Alabama
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
AL0000783
Violations
4
Contaminant Test Results
5 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOS | 0.017 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOA | 0.010 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
chlorate | 390.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
1,4-dioxane | 0.930 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Exceeded the MCL for disinfection byproducts
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: July 1, 2025 – September 30, 2025Verify on EPA.gov
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 FLORENCE, WATER DEPARTMENT, CITY OF
Is FLORENCE, WATER DEPARTMENT, CITY OF water safe to drink?
FLORENCE, WATER DEPARTMENT, CITY OF water receives a grade of B (71/100), which is considered good. Out of 69 contaminants tested, 2 exceed EPA legal limits. 5 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has FLORENCE, WATER DEPARTMENT, CITY OF detected?
69 contaminants were tested in FLORENCE, WATER DEPARTMENT, CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include PFOS, PFOA, Lead (90th percentile), chlorate, 1,4-dioxane. 2 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 5 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does FLORENCE, WATER DEPARTMENT, CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, FLORENCE, WATER DEPARTMENT, CITY OF has 4 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include MR.
How many people does FLORENCE, WATER DEPARTMENT, CITY OF serve?
FLORENCE, WATER DEPARTMENT, CITY OF serves approximately 77,766 people, Alabama. The system provides water to 1 community: Florence.
What type of water does FLORENCE, WATER DEPARTMENT, CITY OF provide?
FLORENCE, WATER DEPARTMENT, CITY OF 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 AL0000783.
How does FLORENCE, WATER DEPARTMENT, CITY OF compare to other utilities in Alabama?
FLORENCE, WATER DEPARTMENT, CITY OF scores 71/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our Alabama state page for a full comparison of water systems.