Water Quality in TALLADEGA, AL (35160)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 35160.
10
Total Violations
0
Health-Based
10
Monitoring / Reporting
10
Resolved
What does this mean?
10 of 10 violations have been resolved. None of these are health-based violations — no contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 10 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.
Violations Detail (10 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Radium-226 | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | Increased risk of cancer |
| Gross Beta Particle Activity | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Radium-228 | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | Increased risk of cancer |
| Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Radium-226 | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2022 | Resolved | Increased risk of cancer |
| Gross Beta Particle Activity | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Radium-228 | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2022 | Resolved | Increased risk of cancer |
| Radium-228 | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2022 | Resolved | Increased risk of cancer |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2025(4)
Radium-226
03
Gross Beta Particle Activity
03
Radium-228
03
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U
03
2022(6)
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U
03
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U
03
Radium-226
03
Gross Beta Particle Activity
03
Radium-228
03
Radium-228
03
How Does This Compare?
TALLADEGA (35160) has 10 recorded violations, none of which are health-based. All violations have been resolved, which is a positive sign for current water quality. 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.
Whole House Carbon Filter
A solid baseline for improving overall water quality. Reduces chlorine, sediment, and many common contaminants throughout your entire home.
Targets:Chlorine, Sediment, Taste & Odor
Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 certified
Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove.