C42/100
MONTEVALLO WATER WORKS & SEWER — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 9,741 people · Alabama
Water Source
Groundwater Under Influence of Surface Water
County
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System ID
AL0001160
Violations
27
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOS | 0.012 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 2Unresolved
Violation related to Lead and Copper Rule
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 MONTEVALLO WATER WORKS & SEWER
Is MONTEVALLO WATER WORKS & SEWER water safe to drink?
MONTEVALLO WATER WORKS & SEWER water receives a grade of C (42/100), which is considered fair. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 27 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has MONTEVALLO WATER WORKS & SEWER detected?
31 contaminants were tested in MONTEVALLO WATER WORKS & SEWER's water. Notable contaminants include PFOS, Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does MONTEVALLO WATER WORKS & SEWER have any EPA violations?
Yes, MONTEVALLO WATER WORKS & SEWER has 27 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2021. Violation types include TT, MR, MCL. 5 are health-based violations.
How many people does MONTEVALLO WATER WORKS & SEWER serve?
MONTEVALLO WATER WORKS & SEWER serves approximately 9,741 people, Alabama. The system provides water to 1 community: Montevallo.
What type of water does MONTEVALLO WATER WORKS & SEWER provide?
MONTEVALLO WATER WORKS & SEWER sources its water from groundwater under influence of surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is AL0001160.
How does MONTEVALLO WATER WORKS & SEWER compare to other utilities in Alabama?
MONTEVALLO WATER WORKS & SEWER scores 42/100 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.