C51/100
IRONDALE WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 10,098 people · Alabama
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
AL0000751
Violations
22
Contaminant Test Results
4 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.59 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
PFOS | 0.059 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOA | 0.005 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
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 IRONDALE WATER SYSTEM
Is IRONDALE WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
IRONDALE WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of C (51/100), which is considered fair. 3 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 22 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has IRONDALE WATER SYSTEM detected?
32 contaminants were tested in IRONDALE WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include PFOS, PFOA, Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 3 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 4 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does IRONDALE WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, IRONDALE WATER SYSTEM has 22 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2020. Violation types include MR.
How many people does IRONDALE WATER SYSTEM serve?
IRONDALE WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 10,098 people, Alabama. The system provides water to 1 community: Irondale.
What type of water does IRONDALE WATER SYSTEM provide?
IRONDALE WATER SYSTEM sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is AL0000751.
How does IRONDALE WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Alabama?
IRONDALE WATER SYSTEM scores 51/100 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.