C59/100
OWASSA-BROWNSVILLE WATER AUTHORITY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 3,300 people · Alabama
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
AL0000393
Violations
38
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.006 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2017.
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 OWASSA-BROWNSVILLE WATER AUTHORITY
Is OWASSA-BROWNSVILLE WATER AUTHORITY water safe to drink?
OWASSA-BROWNSVILLE WATER AUTHORITY water receives a grade of C (59/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 38 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has OWASSA-BROWNSVILLE WATER AUTHORITY detected?
31 contaminants were tested in OWASSA-BROWNSVILLE WATER AUTHORITY's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does OWASSA-BROWNSVILLE WATER AUTHORITY have any EPA violations?
Yes, OWASSA-BROWNSVILLE WATER AUTHORITY has 38 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2017. Violation types include MR.
How many people does OWASSA-BROWNSVILLE WATER AUTHORITY serve?
OWASSA-BROWNSVILLE WATER AUTHORITY serves approximately 3,300 people, Alabama. The system provides water to 1 community: Evergreen.
What type of water does OWASSA-BROWNSVILLE WATER AUTHORITY provide?
OWASSA-BROWNSVILLE WATER AUTHORITY sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is AL0000393.
How does OWASSA-BROWNSVILLE WATER AUTHORITY compare to other utilities in Alabama?
OWASSA-BROWNSVILLE WATER AUTHORITY scores 59/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our Alabama state page for a full comparison of water systems.