C49/100
SARALAND, BD OF W&S COMMISSIONERS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 13,827 people · Alabama
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
AL0001021
Violations
28
Contaminant Test Results
3 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOS | 0.012 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOA | 0.004 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.008 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
2
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: April 1, 2022 – June 30, 2022Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: January 11, 2022 – March 29, 2022Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: 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 SARALAND, BD OF W&S COMMISSIONERS
Is SARALAND, BD OF W&S COMMISSIONERS water safe to drink?
SARALAND, BD OF W&S COMMISSIONERS water receives a grade of C (49/100), which is considered fair. 2 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 28 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has SARALAND, BD OF W&S COMMISSIONERS detected?
66 contaminants were tested in SARALAND, BD OF W&S COMMISSIONERS's water. Notable contaminants include PFOS, PFOA, Lead (90th percentile). 2 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 3 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does SARALAND, BD OF W&S COMMISSIONERS have any EPA violations?
Yes, SARALAND, BD OF W&S COMMISSIONERS has 28 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include MR, Other, RPT. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does SARALAND, BD OF W&S COMMISSIONERS serve?
SARALAND, BD OF W&S COMMISSIONERS serves approximately 13,827 people, Alabama. The system provides water to 1 community: Saraland.
What type of water does SARALAND, BD OF W&S COMMISSIONERS provide?
SARALAND, BD OF W&S COMMISSIONERS sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is AL0001021.
How does SARALAND, BD OF W&S COMMISSIONERS compare to other utilities in Alabama?
SARALAND, BD OF W&S COMMISSIONERS scores 49/100 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.