A91/100
SOUTH DALLAS WATER AUTHORITY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 3,504 people · Alabama
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
AL0000500
Violations
6
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2020.
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 SOUTH DALLAS WATER AUTHORITY
Is SOUTH DALLAS WATER AUTHORITY water safe to drink?
SOUTH DALLAS WATER AUTHORITY water receives a grade of A (91/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 51 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has SOUTH DALLAS WATER AUTHORITY detected?
51 contaminants were tested in SOUTH DALLAS WATER AUTHORITY's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does SOUTH DALLAS WATER AUTHORITY have any EPA violations?
Yes, SOUTH DALLAS WATER AUTHORITY has 6 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2020. Violation types include MR, Other.
How many people does SOUTH DALLAS WATER AUTHORITY serve?
SOUTH DALLAS WATER AUTHORITY serves approximately 3,504 people, Alabama. The system provides water to 1 community: Sardis.
What type of water does SOUTH DALLAS WATER AUTHORITY provide?
SOUTH DALLAS WATER AUTHORITY sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is AL0000500.
How does SOUTH DALLAS WATER AUTHORITY compare to other utilities in Alabama?
SOUTH DALLAS WATER AUTHORITY scores 91/100 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.