C51/100
OZARK UTILITIES BOARD — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 19,965 people · Alabama
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
AL0000441
Violations
45
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
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: January 1, 2024 – December 31, 2024Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
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 OZARK UTILITIES BOARD
Is OZARK UTILITIES BOARD water safe to drink?
OZARK UTILITIES BOARD water receives a grade of C (51/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 45 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has OZARK UTILITIES BOARD detected?
66 contaminants were tested in OZARK UTILITIES BOARD's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does OZARK UTILITIES BOARD have any EPA violations?
Yes, OZARK UTILITIES BOARD has 45 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include MR, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does OZARK UTILITIES BOARD serve?
OZARK UTILITIES BOARD serves approximately 19,965 people, Alabama. The system provides water to 1 community: Ozark.
What type of water does OZARK UTILITIES BOARD provide?
OZARK UTILITIES BOARD sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is AL0000441.
How does OZARK UTILITIES BOARD compare to other utilities in Alabama?
OZARK UTILITIES BOARD scores 51/100 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.