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SPANISH FORT WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026

Serving 10,161 people · Alabama

Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
AL0000068
Violations
47

Contaminant Test Results

1 contaminant above EPA health goals
ContaminantDetectedLimit (MCL)Status
Lead (90th percentile)
0.002 mg/L0.015 mg/LAbove Goal

EPA Violation History

8

Violations (last 5yr)

0

Unresolved

0

Health-Related

TIER 3Resolved

Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: March 15, 2022 – June 19, 2022Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: March 15, 2022 – June 19, 2022Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: December 15, 2021 – March 20, 2022Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: December 15, 2021 – March 20, 2022Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: September 20, 2021 – December 19, 2021Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: September 20, 2021 – December 19, 2021Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: June 17, 2021 – September 19, 2021Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: June 17, 2021 – September 19, 2021Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: 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 SPANISH FORT WATER SYSTEM

Is SPANISH FORT WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?

SPANISH FORT WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of C (50/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 47 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.

What contaminants has SPANISH FORT WATER SYSTEM detected?

34 contaminants were tested in SPANISH FORT WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).

Does SPANISH FORT WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?

Yes, SPANISH FORT WATER SYSTEM has 47 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include MR.

How many people does SPANISH FORT WATER SYSTEM serve?

SPANISH FORT WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 10,161 people, Alabama. The system provides water to 1 community: Spanish Fort.

What type of water does SPANISH FORT WATER SYSTEM provide?

SPANISH FORT WATER SYSTEM sources its water from purchased surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is AL0000068.

How does SPANISH FORT WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Alabama?

SPANISH FORT WATER SYSTEM scores 50/100 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.

Cities Served

Spanish Fort