F18/100
MARION WATER & SEWER BOARD, CITY OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 4,188 people · Alabama
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
AL0001097
Violations
63
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
3
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: October 1, 2023 – October 31, 2023Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Unresolved
Failed to issue ongoing public notification
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: June 1, 2021 – June 28, 2021Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
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 WATER & SEWER BOARD, CITY OF
Is MARION WATER & SEWER BOARD, CITY OF water safe to drink?
MARION WATER & SEWER BOARD, CITY OF water receives a grade of F (18/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 63 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has MARION WATER & SEWER BOARD, CITY OF detected?
51 contaminants were tested in MARION WATER & SEWER BOARD, CITY OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does MARION WATER & SEWER BOARD, CITY OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, MARION WATER & SEWER BOARD, CITY OF has 63 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include MON, MR, Other. 4 are health-based violations.
How many people does MARION WATER & SEWER BOARD, CITY OF serve?
MARION WATER & SEWER BOARD, CITY OF serves approximately 4,188 people, Alabama. The system provides water to 1 community: Marion.
What type of water does MARION WATER & SEWER BOARD, CITY OF provide?
MARION WATER & SEWER BOARD, CITY OF sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is AL0001097.
How does MARION WATER & SEWER BOARD, CITY OF compare to other utilities in Alabama?
MARION WATER & SEWER BOARD, CITY OF scores 18/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Alabama state page for a full comparison of water systems.