Water Quality in BESSEMER, AL (35023)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 35023.

10

Total Violations

4

Health-Based

6

Monitoring / Reporting

9

Resolved

What does this mean?

9 of 10 violations have been resolved. 4 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 6 are monitoring or reporting violations (missed testing deadlines or late paperwork — not necessarily a water quality issue). Not all violations mean your water is unsafe. The EPA requires reporting even for minor administrative issues.

Water systems: 3 Population served: 38,764

Violations Detail (10 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AApr 10, 2025ActiveN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AOct 5, 2024ResolvedN/A
TTHMHealth-BasedN/A0.081Jun 30, 2024ResolvedN/A
TTHMHealth-BasedN/A0.081Jun 30, 2024ResolvedN/A
TTHMHealth-BasedN/A0.081Jun 30, 2024ResolvedN/A
TTHMHealth-BasedN/A0.081Jun 30, 2024ResolvedN/A
2,4-DMonitoringN/AN/ADec 31, 2023ResolvedN/A
2,4-DMonitoringN/AN/ADec 31, 2023ResolvedN/A
2,4-DMonitoringN/AN/ADec 31, 2023ResolvedN/A
2,4-DMonitoringN/AN/ADec 31, 2023ResolvedN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(1)

Public Notice

75

Apr 10Active

2024(5)

Public Notice

75

Oct 5Resolved

TTHM

02

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

02

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

02

Jun 30Resolved

TTHM

02

Jun 30Resolved

How Does This Compare?

BESSEMER (35023) has 10 recorded violations, including 4 health-based. 1 remains unresolved. Consider testing your tap water independently for added peace of mind.

Recommended Water Filters

Based on the contaminants detected in your area, these filter types may help improve your water quality.

Activated Carbon Filter

Excellent for removing chlorine, chloramine, and disinfection byproducts like THMs and HAAs. Available as pitcher filters, countertop, or under-sink units.

Targets:THMs, HAAs, Chlorine, Chloramine, Taste & Odor

Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 & 53 certified

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove.

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