A91/100
NEWTON, THE WW AND SB OF THE TOWN OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,466 people · Alabama
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
AL0000439
Violations
6
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.009 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
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: April 11, 2022Rule: Total Coliform 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 NEWTON, THE WW AND SB OF THE TOWN OF
Is NEWTON, THE WW AND SB OF THE TOWN OF water safe to drink?
NEWTON, THE WW AND SB OF THE TOWN OF water receives a grade of A (91/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has NEWTON, THE WW AND SB OF THE TOWN OF detected?
1 contaminants were tested in NEWTON, THE WW AND SB OF THE TOWN OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does NEWTON, THE WW AND SB OF THE TOWN OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, NEWTON, THE WW AND SB OF THE TOWN OF has 6 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include RPT, MR.
How many people does NEWTON, THE WW AND SB OF THE TOWN OF serve?
NEWTON, THE WW AND SB OF THE TOWN OF serves approximately 2,466 people, Alabama. The system provides water to 1 community: Newton.
What type of water does NEWTON, THE WW AND SB OF THE TOWN OF provide?
NEWTON, THE WW AND SB OF THE TOWN OF sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is AL0000439.
How does NEWTON, THE WW AND SB OF THE TOWN OF compare to other utilities in Alabama?
NEWTON, THE WW AND SB OF THE TOWN OF scores 91/100 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.