C59/100
PERRY COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,850 people · Alabama
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
AL0001427
Violations
37
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
3
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Exceeded the MCL for disinfection byproducts
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: January 1, 2022 – December 31, 2022Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
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, 2021 – September 30, 2022Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
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, 2021 – September 30, 2022Rule: Stage 2 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 PERRY COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY
Is PERRY COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY water safe to drink?
PERRY COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY water receives a grade of C (59/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 37 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has PERRY COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY detected?
1 contaminants were tested in PERRY COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does PERRY COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY have any EPA violations?
Yes, PERRY COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY has 37 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include MR, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does PERRY COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY serve?
PERRY COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY serves approximately 2,850 people, Alabama. The system provides water to 1 community: Marion.
What type of water does PERRY COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY provide?
PERRY COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is AL0001427.
How does PERRY COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY compare to other utilities in Alabama?
PERRY COUNTY 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.