C55/100
GREENHILL WATER & FIRE PRO AUTHORITY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 8,214 people · Alabama
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
AL0001423
Violations
8
Contaminant Test Results
6 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 5.12 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
PFOS | 0.010 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOA | 0.006 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
chlorate | 440.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
1,4-dioxane | 0.380 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
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 2017.
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 GREENHILL WATER & FIRE PRO AUTHORITY
Is GREENHILL WATER & FIRE PRO AUTHORITY water safe to drink?
GREENHILL WATER & FIRE PRO AUTHORITY water receives a grade of C (55/100), which is considered fair. 3 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 8 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has GREENHILL WATER & FIRE PRO AUTHORITY detected?
55 contaminants were tested in GREENHILL WATER & FIRE PRO AUTHORITY's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), PFOS, PFOA, Lead (90th percentile), chlorate. 3 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 6 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does GREENHILL WATER & FIRE PRO AUTHORITY have any EPA violations?
Yes, GREENHILL WATER & FIRE PRO AUTHORITY has 8 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2017. Violation types include MR, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does GREENHILL WATER & FIRE PRO AUTHORITY serve?
GREENHILL WATER & FIRE PRO AUTHORITY serves approximately 8,214 people, Alabama. The system provides water to 1 community: Florence.
What type of water does GREENHILL WATER & FIRE PRO AUTHORITY provide?
GREENHILL WATER & FIRE PRO 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 AL0001423.
How does GREENHILL WATER & FIRE PRO AUTHORITY compare to other utilities in Alabama?
GREENHILL WATER & FIRE PRO AUTHORITY scores 55/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our Alabama state page for a full comparison of water systems.