A96/100
HUNTSVILLE UTILITIES — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 262,158 people · Alabama
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
AL0000882
Violations
1
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 HUNTSVILLE UTILITIES
Is HUNTSVILLE UTILITIES water safe to drink?
HUNTSVILLE UTILITIES water receives a grade of A (96/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 76 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has HUNTSVILLE UTILITIES detected?
76 contaminants were tested in HUNTSVILLE UTILITIES's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does HUNTSVILLE UTILITIES have any EPA violations?
Yes, HUNTSVILLE UTILITIES has 1 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2020. Violation types include MR.
How many people does HUNTSVILLE UTILITIES serve?
HUNTSVILLE UTILITIES serves approximately 262,158 people, Alabama. The system provides water to 1 community: Huntsville.
What type of water does HUNTSVILLE UTILITIES provide?
HUNTSVILLE UTILITIES sources its water from surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is AL0000882.
How does HUNTSVILLE UTILITIES compare to other utilities in Alabama?
HUNTSVILLE UTILITIES scores 96/100 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.