A82/100
WATTSVILLE WATER AUTHORITY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 5,097 people · Alabama
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
AL0001216
Violations
7
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.53 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2020.
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 WATTSVILLE WATER AUTHORITY
Is WATTSVILLE WATER AUTHORITY water safe to drink?
WATTSVILLE WATER AUTHORITY water receives a grade of A (82/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 32 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has WATTSVILLE WATER AUTHORITY detected?
32 contaminants were tested in WATTSVILLE WATER AUTHORITY's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does WATTSVILLE WATER AUTHORITY have any EPA violations?
Yes, WATTSVILLE WATER AUTHORITY has 7 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2020. Violation types include RPT, MR.
How many people does WATTSVILLE WATER AUTHORITY serve?
WATTSVILLE WATER AUTHORITY serves approximately 5,097 people, Alabama. The system provides water to 1 community: Wattsville.
What type of water does WATTSVILLE WATER AUTHORITY provide?
WATTSVILLE WATER AUTHORITY sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is AL0001216.
How does WATTSVILLE WATER AUTHORITY compare to other utilities in Alabama?
WATTSVILLE WATER AUTHORITY scores 82/100 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.