A81/100
HALE COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY, THE — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 9,540 people · Alabama
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
AL0001509
Violations
7
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 4.56 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: July 1, 2022 – July 31, 2022Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: 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 HALE COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY, THE
Is HALE COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY, THE water safe to drink?
HALE COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY, THE water receives a grade of A (81/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 32 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has HALE COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY, THE detected?
32 contaminants were tested in HALE COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY, THE's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does HALE COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY, THE have any EPA violations?
Yes, HALE COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY, THE has 7 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include MON, MR, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does HALE COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY, THE serve?
HALE COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY, THE serves approximately 9,540 people, Alabama. The system provides water to 1 community: Greensboro.
What type of water does HALE COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY, THE provide?
HALE COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY, THE sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is AL0001509.
How does HALE COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY, THE compare to other utilities in Alabama?
HALE COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY, THE scores 81/100 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.