A94/100
SAMSON WATER WORKS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 4,125 people · Alabama
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
AL0000628
Violations
3
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
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 2010.
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 SAMSON WATER WORKS
Is SAMSON WATER WORKS water safe to drink?
SAMSON WATER WORKS water receives a grade of A (94/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 31 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has SAMSON WATER WORKS detected?
31 contaminants were tested in SAMSON WATER WORKS's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does SAMSON WATER WORKS have any EPA violations?
Yes, SAMSON WATER WORKS has 3 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2010. Violation types include Other, MR.
How many people does SAMSON WATER WORKS serve?
SAMSON WATER WORKS serves approximately 4,125 people, Alabama. The system provides water to 1 community: Samson.
What type of water does SAMSON WATER WORKS provide?
SAMSON WATER WORKS sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is AL0000628.
How does SAMSON WATER WORKS compare to other utilities in Alabama?
SAMSON WATER WORKS scores 94/100 with a grade of A (excellent). This places it among the higher-performing utilities in the state. Visit our Alabama state page for a full comparison of water systems.