A87/100
MYRTLEWOOD WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 4,095 people · Alabama
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
AL0001506
Violations
2
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2003.
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 MYRTLEWOOD WATER SYSTEM
Is MYRTLEWOOD WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
MYRTLEWOOD WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of A (87/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 31 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has MYRTLEWOOD WATER SYSTEM detected?
31 contaminants were tested in MYRTLEWOOD WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does MYRTLEWOOD WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, MYRTLEWOOD WATER SYSTEM has 2 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2003. Violation types include MCL. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does MYRTLEWOOD WATER SYSTEM serve?
MYRTLEWOOD WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 4,095 people, Alabama. The system provides water to 1 community: Myrtlewood.
What type of water does MYRTLEWOOD WATER SYSTEM provide?
MYRTLEWOOD WATER SYSTEM sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is AL0001506.
How does MYRTLEWOOD WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Alabama?
MYRTLEWOOD WATER SYSTEM scores 87/100 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.