F0/100
MT. VERNON, TOWN OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,878 people · Alabama
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
AL0001006
Violations
97
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 3.00 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
3
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: December 7, 2024 – June 30, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Reporting violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 17, 2024 – December 13, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Treatment technique violation
When: October 17, 2024 – October 31, 2024Rule: 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 MT. VERNON, TOWN OF
Is MT. VERNON, TOWN OF water safe to drink?
MT. VERNON, TOWN OF water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 97 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has MT. VERNON, TOWN OF detected?
2 contaminants were tested in MT. VERNON, TOWN OF's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does MT. VERNON, TOWN OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, MT. VERNON, TOWN OF has 97 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include Other, RPT, TT. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does MT. VERNON, TOWN OF serve?
MT. VERNON, TOWN OF serves approximately 1,878 people, Alabama.
What type of water does MT. VERNON, TOWN OF provide?
MT. VERNON, TOWN OF sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is AL0001006.
How does MT. VERNON, TOWN OF compare to other utilities in Alabama?
MT. VERNON, TOWN OF scores 0/100 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.