Water Quality in Birmingham, AL (35148)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 35148.
No Health-Based Violations
None of the 4 water systems serving this ZIP have exceeded federal contaminant limits in the past 5 years. There are15 monitoring/reporting violations (missed testing deadlines), all resolved.
Better than 74% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
2,241
Population
4
Water Systems
15
Violations (5yr)
0
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (4)
Central Alabama Water System
Bessemer Water Service
Jasper Water Works And Sewer Board
All resolvedSumiton Water Works Board
Contaminants Found
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Birmingham (35148) has more violations than 74% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 15, most of which are monitoring/reporting issues.
Water Filter Recommendations
No contaminant issues detected. For general protection, a basic carbon filter removes common impurities like chlorine and sediment. Look for NSF/ANSI 42 certified products.