C54/100
SOUTHWEST ALABAMA WATER AUTHORITY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 5,196 people · Alabama
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
AL0001426
Violations
42
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: August 11, 2024 – August 15, 2024Rule: Total Coliform 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 SOUTHWEST ALABAMA WATER AUTHORITY
Is SOUTHWEST ALABAMA WATER AUTHORITY water safe to drink?
SOUTHWEST ALABAMA WATER AUTHORITY water receives a grade of C (54/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 42 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has SOUTHWEST ALABAMA WATER AUTHORITY detected?
31 contaminants were tested in SOUTHWEST ALABAMA WATER AUTHORITY's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does SOUTHWEST ALABAMA WATER AUTHORITY have any EPA violations?
Yes, SOUTHWEST ALABAMA WATER AUTHORITY has 42 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include RPT, MR, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does SOUTHWEST ALABAMA WATER AUTHORITY serve?
SOUTHWEST ALABAMA WATER AUTHORITY serves approximately 5,196 people, Alabama. The system provides water to 1 community: Peterman.
What type of water does SOUTHWEST ALABAMA WATER AUTHORITY provide?
SOUTHWEST ALABAMA WATER AUTHORITY sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is AL0001426.
How does SOUTHWEST ALABAMA WATER AUTHORITY compare to other utilities in Alabama?
SOUTHWEST ALABAMA WATER AUTHORITY scores 54/100 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.