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MARION COUNTY PUBLIC WATER AUTHORITY — Water Quality Report 2026

Serving 3,660 people · Alabama

Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
AL0001716
Violations
28

Contaminant Test Results

EPA Violation History

10

Violations (last 5yr)

2

Unresolved

4

Health-Related

TIER 3Unresolved

Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule

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

When: July 1, 2025 – September 30, 2025Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Unresolved

Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule

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

When: July 1, 2025 – September 30, 2025Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Resolved

Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule

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

When: April 1, 2025 – June 30, 2025Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule

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

When: April 1, 2025 – June 30, 2025Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule

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

When: January 1, 2025 – March 31, 2025Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule

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

When: January 1, 2025 – March 31, 2025Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved

Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)

When: July 1, 2023 – September 30, 2023Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 2Resolved

Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)

When: April 1, 2023 – June 30, 2023Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 2Resolved

Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)

When: January 1, 2023 – March 31, 2023Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 2Resolved

Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)

When: October 1, 2022 – December 31, 2022Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issued

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 MARION COUNTY PUBLIC WATER AUTHORITY

Is MARION COUNTY PUBLIC WATER AUTHORITY water safe to drink?

MARION COUNTY PUBLIC WATER AUTHORITY water receives a grade of D (36/100), which is considered poor. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 28 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.

What contaminants has MARION COUNTY PUBLIC WATER AUTHORITY detected?

51 contaminants were tested in MARION COUNTY PUBLIC WATER AUTHORITY's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.

Does MARION COUNTY PUBLIC WATER AUTHORITY have any EPA violations?

Yes, MARION COUNTY PUBLIC WATER AUTHORITY has 28 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include MR, MCL. 9 are health-based violations.

How many people does MARION COUNTY PUBLIC WATER AUTHORITY serve?

MARION COUNTY PUBLIC WATER AUTHORITY serves approximately 3,660 people, Alabama. The system provides water to 1 community: Guin.

What type of water does MARION COUNTY PUBLIC WATER AUTHORITY provide?

MARION COUNTY PUBLIC 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 AL0001716.

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

MARION COUNTY PUBLIC WATER AUTHORITY scores 36/100 with a grade of D (poor). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Alabama state page for a full comparison of water systems.

Cities Served

Guin