B71/100
WEST LAUDERDALE CO WATER & FPA — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 15,681 people · Alabama
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
AL0000794
Violations
5
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOS | 0.017 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOA | 0.013 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2014.
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 WEST LAUDERDALE CO WATER & FPA
Is WEST LAUDERDALE CO WATER & FPA water safe to drink?
WEST LAUDERDALE CO WATER & FPA water receives a grade of B (71/100), which is considered good. Out of 69 contaminants tested, 2 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has WEST LAUDERDALE CO WATER & FPA detected?
69 contaminants were tested in WEST LAUDERDALE CO WATER & FPA's water. Notable contaminants include PFOS, PFOA. 2 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does WEST LAUDERDALE CO WATER & FPA have any EPA violations?
Yes, WEST LAUDERDALE CO WATER & FPA has 5 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2014. Violation types include MR, MCL. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does WEST LAUDERDALE CO WATER & FPA serve?
WEST LAUDERDALE CO WATER & FPA serves approximately 15,681 people, Alabama. The system provides water to 1 community: Florence.
What type of water does WEST LAUDERDALE CO WATER & FPA provide?
WEST LAUDERDALE CO WATER & FPA 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 AL0000794.
How does WEST LAUDERDALE CO WATER & FPA compare to other utilities in Alabama?
WEST LAUDERDALE CO WATER & FPA scores 71/100 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.