B60/100
LOACHAPOKA WATER AUTHORITY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 13,503 people · Alabama
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
AL0000814
Violations
26
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
chlorate | 479.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
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 2019.
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 LOACHAPOKA WATER AUTHORITY
Is LOACHAPOKA WATER AUTHORITY water safe to drink?
LOACHAPOKA WATER AUTHORITY water receives a grade of B (60/100), which is considered good. Out of 69 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has LOACHAPOKA WATER AUTHORITY detected?
69 contaminants were tested in LOACHAPOKA WATER AUTHORITY's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile), chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does LOACHAPOKA WATER AUTHORITY have any EPA violations?
Yes, LOACHAPOKA WATER AUTHORITY has 26 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2019. Violation types include MR, MCL. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does LOACHAPOKA WATER AUTHORITY serve?
LOACHAPOKA WATER AUTHORITY serves approximately 13,503 people, Alabama. The system provides water to 1 community: Loachapoka.
What type of water does LOACHAPOKA WATER AUTHORITY provide?
LOACHAPOKA WATER AUTHORITY sources its water from purchased surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is AL0000814.
How does LOACHAPOKA WATER AUTHORITY compare to other utilities in Alabama?
LOACHAPOKA WATER AUTHORITY scores 60/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our Alabama state page for a full comparison of water systems.