A84/100
FORT RUCKER -AMERICAN WATER ENTERPRISES — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 16,774 people · Alabama
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
AL0001489
Violations
9
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 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 FORT RUCKER -AMERICAN WATER ENTERPRISES
Is FORT RUCKER -AMERICAN WATER ENTERPRISES water safe to drink?
FORT RUCKER -AMERICAN WATER ENTERPRISES water receives a grade of A (84/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 73 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has FORT RUCKER -AMERICAN WATER ENTERPRISES detected?
73 contaminants were tested in FORT RUCKER -AMERICAN WATER ENTERPRISES's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does FORT RUCKER -AMERICAN WATER ENTERPRISES have any EPA violations?
Yes, FORT RUCKER -AMERICAN WATER ENTERPRISES has 9 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2020. Violation types include RPT, MR, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does FORT RUCKER -AMERICAN WATER ENTERPRISES serve?
FORT RUCKER -AMERICAN WATER ENTERPRISES serves approximately 16,774 people, Alabama.
What type of water does FORT RUCKER -AMERICAN WATER ENTERPRISES provide?
FORT RUCKER -AMERICAN WATER ENTERPRISES sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is AL0001489.
How does FORT RUCKER -AMERICAN WATER ENTERPRISES compare to other utilities in Alabama?
FORT RUCKER -AMERICAN WATER ENTERPRISES scores 84/100 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.