A93/100
NORTHPORT WATER WORKS (CITY OF) — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 40,551 people · Alabama
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
AL0001307
Violations
3
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 1, 2022 – December 31, 2022Rule: Stage 1 DBPREnforcement: 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 NORTHPORT WATER WORKS (CITY OF)
Is NORTHPORT WATER WORKS (CITY OF) water safe to drink?
NORTHPORT WATER WORKS (CITY OF) water receives a grade of A (93/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 69 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has NORTHPORT WATER WORKS (CITY OF) detected?
69 contaminants were tested in NORTHPORT WATER WORKS (CITY OF)'s water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does NORTHPORT WATER WORKS (CITY OF) have any EPA violations?
Yes, NORTHPORT WATER WORKS (CITY OF) has 3 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include MR, TT. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does NORTHPORT WATER WORKS (CITY OF) serve?
NORTHPORT WATER WORKS (CITY OF) serves approximately 40,551 people, Alabama. The system provides water to 1 community: Northport.
What type of water does NORTHPORT WATER WORKS (CITY OF) provide?
NORTHPORT WATER WORKS (CITY OF) sources its water from surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is AL0001307.
How does NORTHPORT WATER WORKS (CITY OF) compare to other utilities in Alabama?
NORTHPORT WATER WORKS (CITY OF) scores 93/100 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.