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HOUSTON COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY — Water Quality Report 2026

Serving 4,902 people · Alabama

Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
AL0001755
Violations
10

Contaminant Test Results

1 contaminant above EPA health goals
ContaminantDetectedLimit (MCL)Status
Lead (90th percentile)
0.001 mg/L0.015 mg/LAbove Goal

EPA Violation History

5

Violations (last 5yr)

2

Unresolved

0

Health-Related

TIER 3Resolved

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, 2023 – September 30, 2023Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
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, 2023 – September 30, 2023Verify on EPA.gov
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, 2023 – September 30, 2023Verify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Resolved

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, 2023 – September 30, 2023Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Monitoring violation

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: April 11, 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 HOUSTON COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY

Is HOUSTON COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY water safe to drink?

HOUSTON COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY water receives a grade of A (83/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 31 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.

What contaminants has HOUSTON COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY detected?

31 contaminants were tested in HOUSTON COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).

Does HOUSTON COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY have any EPA violations?

Yes, HOUSTON COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY has 10 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include MR, RPT, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.

How many people does HOUSTON COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY serve?

HOUSTON COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY serves approximately 4,902 people, Alabama. The system provides water to 1 community: Dothan.

What type of water does HOUSTON COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY provide?

HOUSTON COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is AL0001755.

How does HOUSTON COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY compare to other utilities in Alabama?

HOUSTON COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY scores 83/100 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.

Cities Served

Dothan