B60/100
STERRETT-VANDIVER WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 3,153 people · Alabama
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
AL0001164
Violations
9
Contaminant Test Results
3 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOS | 0.023 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOA | 0.021 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.004 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2019.
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 STERRETT-VANDIVER WATER SYSTEM
Is STERRETT-VANDIVER WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
STERRETT-VANDIVER WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of B (60/100), which is considered good. Out of 31 contaminants tested, 2 exceed EPA legal limits. 3 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has STERRETT-VANDIVER WATER SYSTEM detected?
31 contaminants were tested in STERRETT-VANDIVER WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include PFOS, PFOA, Lead (90th percentile). 2 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 3 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does STERRETT-VANDIVER WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, STERRETT-VANDIVER WATER SYSTEM has 9 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2019. Violation types include MON, Other, MR. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does STERRETT-VANDIVER WATER SYSTEM serve?
STERRETT-VANDIVER WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 3,153 people, Alabama. The system provides water to 1 community: Sterrett.
What type of water does STERRETT-VANDIVER WATER SYSTEM provide?
STERRETT-VANDIVER 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 AL0001164.
How does STERRETT-VANDIVER WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Alabama?
STERRETT-VANDIVER WATER SYSTEM scores 60/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our Alabama state page for a full comparison of water systems.