A90/100
THORSBY WATER WORKS BOARD — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 3,579 people · Alabama
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
AL0000229
Violations
2
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.38 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2011.
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 THORSBY WATER WORKS BOARD
Is THORSBY WATER WORKS BOARD water safe to drink?
THORSBY WATER WORKS BOARD water receives a grade of A (90/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 32 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has THORSBY WATER WORKS BOARD detected?
32 contaminants were tested in THORSBY WATER WORKS BOARD's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does THORSBY WATER WORKS BOARD have any EPA violations?
Yes, THORSBY WATER WORKS BOARD has 2 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2011. Violation types include MR.
How many people does THORSBY WATER WORKS BOARD serve?
THORSBY WATER WORKS BOARD serves approximately 3,579 people, Alabama. The system provides water to 1 community: Thorsby.
What type of water does THORSBY WATER WORKS BOARD provide?
THORSBY WATER WORKS BOARD sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is AL0000229.
How does THORSBY WATER WORKS BOARD compare to other utilities in Alabama?
THORSBY WATER WORKS BOARD scores 90/100 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.