A93/100
NORTHWEST ST CLAIR WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,886 people · Alabama
Water Source
Purchased Groundwater
County
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System ID
AL0001202
Violations
4
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2016.
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 NORTHWEST ST CLAIR WATER SYSTEM
Is NORTHWEST ST CLAIR WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
NORTHWEST ST CLAIR WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of A (93/100), 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 NORTHWEST ST CLAIR WATER SYSTEM detected?
1 contaminants were tested in NORTHWEST ST CLAIR WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does NORTHWEST ST CLAIR WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, NORTHWEST ST CLAIR WATER SYSTEM has 4 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2016. Violation types include MR.
How many people does NORTHWEST ST CLAIR WATER SYSTEM serve?
NORTHWEST ST CLAIR WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 2,886 people, Alabama. The system provides water to 1 community: Ashville.
What type of water does NORTHWEST ST CLAIR WATER SYSTEM provide?
NORTHWEST ST CLAIR WATER SYSTEM sources its water from purchased groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is AL0001202.
How does NORTHWEST ST CLAIR WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Alabama?
NORTHWEST ST CLAIR WATER SYSTEM 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.