C53/100
TILLISON BEND WATER AUTHORITY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,074 people · Alabama
Water Source
Purchased Groundwater
County
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System ID
AL0000583
Violations
20
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.005 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2016.
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 TILLISON BEND WATER AUTHORITY
Is TILLISON BEND WATER AUTHORITY water safe to drink?
TILLISON BEND WATER AUTHORITY water receives a grade of C (53/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 20 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has TILLISON BEND WATER AUTHORITY detected?
31 contaminants were tested in TILLISON BEND WATER AUTHORITY's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does TILLISON BEND WATER AUTHORITY have any EPA violations?
Yes, TILLISON BEND WATER AUTHORITY has 20 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2016. Violation types include MON, MR, MCL. 6 are health-based violations.
How many people does TILLISON BEND WATER AUTHORITY serve?
TILLISON BEND WATER AUTHORITY serves approximately 1,074 people, Alabama. The system provides water to 1 community: Gadsden.
What type of water does TILLISON BEND WATER AUTHORITY provide?
TILLISON BEND WATER AUTHORITY sources its water from purchased groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is AL0000583.
How does TILLISON BEND WATER AUTHORITY compare to other utilities in Alabama?
TILLISON BEND WATER AUTHORITY scores 53/100 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.