F0/100

PHENIX CITY UTILITIES — Water Quality Report 2026

Serving 42,267 people · Alabama

Water Source
Surface Water
County
System ID
AL0001142
Violations
84

Contaminant Test Results

3 contaminants above EPA health goals
ContaminantDetectedLimit (MCL)Status
PFOA
0.007 µg/L0.004 µg/LOver Limit
PFOS
0.007 µg/L0.004 µg/LOver Limit
chlorate
760.00 µg/LAbove Goal

EPA Violation History

7

Violations (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, 2023 – October 12, 2023Rule: Stage 1 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: April 1, 2023 – May 11, 2023Rule: Stage 1 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: January 1, 2023 – March 14, 2023Rule: Stage 1 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, 2022 – December 16, 2022Rule: Stage 1 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: April 1, 2022 – June 30, 2022Rule: Stage 1 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: January 1, 2022 – March 8, 2022Rule: Stage 1 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 – December 31, 2021Rule: 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 PHENIX CITY UTILITIES

Is PHENIX CITY UTILITIES water safe to drink?

PHENIX CITY UTILITIES water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 2 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 84 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.

What contaminants has PHENIX CITY UTILITIES detected?

69 contaminants were tested in PHENIX CITY UTILITIES's water. Notable contaminants include PFOA, PFOS, chlorate. 2 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 3 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).

Does PHENIX CITY UTILITIES have any EPA violations?

Yes, PHENIX CITY UTILITIES has 84 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include MR, MCL. 3 are health-based violations.

How many people does PHENIX CITY UTILITIES serve?

PHENIX CITY UTILITIES serves approximately 42,267 people, Alabama. The system provides water to 1 community: Phenix City.

What type of water does PHENIX CITY UTILITIES provide?

PHENIX CITY UTILITIES 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 AL0001142.

How does PHENIX CITY UTILITIES compare to other utilities in Alabama?

PHENIX CITY UTILITIES scores 0/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Alabama state page for a full comparison of water systems.

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