A89/100
LOWNDESBORO WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,128 people · Alabama
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
AL0000852
Violations
7
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: April 1, 2025 – April 30, 2025Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Unresolved
Monitoring / Reporting Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: January 1, 2022Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: 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 LOWNDESBORO WATER SYSTEM
Is LOWNDESBORO WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
LOWNDESBORO WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of A (89/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has LOWNDESBORO WATER SYSTEM detected?
1 contaminants were tested in LOWNDESBORO WATER SYSTEM's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does LOWNDESBORO WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, LOWNDESBORO WATER SYSTEM has 7 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include MON, MR, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does LOWNDESBORO WATER SYSTEM serve?
LOWNDESBORO WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 1,128 people, Alabama. The system provides water to 1 community: Lowndesboro.
What type of water does LOWNDESBORO WATER SYSTEM provide?
LOWNDESBORO WATER SYSTEM sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is AL0000852.
How does LOWNDESBORO WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Alabama?
LOWNDESBORO WATER SYSTEM scores 89/100 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.