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HAMDEN RIDGE WATER AUTHORITY — Water Quality Report 2026

Serving 2,196 people · Alabama

Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
AL0001516
Violations
97

Contaminant Test Results

EPA Violation History

4

Violations (last 5yr)

4

Unresolved

0

Health-Related

TIER 3Unresolved

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, 2024 – December 31, 2024Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Unresolved

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, 2024 – December 31, 2024Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Unresolved

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: August 1, 2023 – July 31, 2024Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Unresolved

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: August 1, 2023 – July 31, 2024Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify 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 HAMDEN RIDGE WATER AUTHORITY

Is HAMDEN RIDGE WATER AUTHORITY water safe to drink?

HAMDEN RIDGE WATER AUTHORITY water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 97 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.

What contaminants has HAMDEN RIDGE WATER AUTHORITY detected?

21 contaminants were tested in HAMDEN RIDGE WATER AUTHORITY's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.

Does HAMDEN RIDGE WATER AUTHORITY have any EPA violations?

Yes, HAMDEN RIDGE WATER AUTHORITY has 97 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include MR, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.

How many people does HAMDEN RIDGE WATER AUTHORITY serve?

HAMDEN RIDGE WATER AUTHORITY serves approximately 2,196 people, Alabama. The system provides water to 1 community: Evergreen.

What type of water does HAMDEN RIDGE WATER AUTHORITY provide?

HAMDEN RIDGE WATER AUTHORITY sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is AL0001516.

How does HAMDEN RIDGE WATER AUTHORITY compare to other utilities in Alabama?

HAMDEN RIDGE WATER AUTHORITY 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.

Cities Served

Evergreen