F0/100
RED BAY, THE WATER WORKS & GAS BD — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 6,048 people · Alabama
Water Source
Groundwater Under Influence of Surface Water
County
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System ID
AL0000607
Violations
101
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.97 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | < 0.001 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 RED BAY, THE WATER WORKS & GAS BD
Is RED BAY, THE WATER WORKS & GAS BD water safe to drink?
RED BAY, THE WATER WORKS & GAS BD water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 101 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has RED BAY, THE WATER WORKS & GAS BD detected?
52 contaminants were tested in RED BAY, THE WATER WORKS & GAS BD's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does RED BAY, THE WATER WORKS & GAS BD have any EPA violations?
Yes, RED BAY, THE WATER WORKS & GAS BD has 101 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2017. Violation types include MR, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does RED BAY, THE WATER WORKS & GAS BD serve?
RED BAY, THE WATER WORKS & GAS BD serves approximately 6,048 people, Alabama. The system provides water to 1 community: Red Bay.
What type of water does RED BAY, THE WATER WORKS & GAS BD provide?
RED BAY, THE WATER WORKS & GAS BD sources its water from groundwater under influence of surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is AL0000607.
How does RED BAY, THE WATER WORKS & GAS BD compare to other utilities in Alabama?
RED BAY, THE WATER WORKS & GAS BD 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.