A87/100
V.A.W. WATER SYSTEM, INC — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 17,103 people · Alabama
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
AL0000413
Violations
3
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
chlorate | 690.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
1,4-dioxane | 0.930 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 1998.
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 V.A.W. WATER SYSTEM, INC
Is V.A.W. WATER SYSTEM, INC water safe to drink?
V.A.W. WATER SYSTEM, INC water receives a grade of A (87/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 69 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has V.A.W. WATER SYSTEM, INC detected?
69 contaminants were tested in V.A.W. WATER SYSTEM, INC's water. Notable contaminants include chlorate, 1,4-dioxane. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does V.A.W. WATER SYSTEM, INC have any EPA violations?
Yes, V.A.W. WATER SYSTEM, INC has 3 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 1998. Violation types include MCL, MR. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does V.A.W. WATER SYSTEM, INC serve?
V.A.W. WATER SYSTEM, INC serves approximately 17,103 people, Alabama. The system provides water to 1 community: Vinemont.
What type of water does V.A.W. WATER SYSTEM, INC provide?
V.A.W. WATER SYSTEM, INC 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 AL0000413.
How does V.A.W. WATER SYSTEM, INC compare to other utilities in Alabama?
V.A.W. WATER SYSTEM, INC scores 87/100 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.