C56/100
SPRING VALLEY WATER AUTHORITY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 5,487 people · Alabama
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
AL0000329
Violations
8
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOS | 0.013 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOA | 0.008 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2014.
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 SPRING VALLEY WATER AUTHORITY
Is SPRING VALLEY WATER AUTHORITY water safe to drink?
SPRING VALLEY WATER AUTHORITY water receives a grade of C (56/100), which is considered fair. 2 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 8 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has SPRING VALLEY WATER AUTHORITY detected?
31 contaminants were tested in SPRING VALLEY WATER AUTHORITY's water. Notable contaminants include PFOS, PFOA. 2 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does SPRING VALLEY WATER AUTHORITY have any EPA violations?
Yes, SPRING VALLEY WATER AUTHORITY has 8 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2014. Violation types include MR, MCL. 5 are health-based violations.
How many people does SPRING VALLEY WATER AUTHORITY serve?
SPRING VALLEY WATER AUTHORITY serves approximately 5,487 people, Alabama. The system provides water to 1 community: Tuscumbia.
What type of water does SPRING VALLEY WATER AUTHORITY provide?
SPRING VALLEY WATER AUTHORITY 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 AL0000329.
How does SPRING VALLEY WATER AUTHORITY compare to other utilities in Alabama?
SPRING VALLEY WATER AUTHORITY scores 56/100 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.