Water Quality in Decatur, AL (35179)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 35179.
No Health-Based Violations
None of the 7 water systems serving this ZIP have exceeded federal contaminant limits in the past 5 years. There are18 monitoring/reporting violations (missed testing deadlines), all resolved.
Better than 77% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
9,082
Population
7
Water Systems
18
Violations (5yr)
0
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (7)
Decatur, Municipal Utilities Board Of
Cullman County Water Department
Cullman, City Of
West Morgan-East Lawrence W&S Authority
All resolvedNe Morgan Co Water And Sewer Authority
Hartselle Utility Board
V.A.W. Water System, Inc
Contaminants Found
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Similar to nitrate — harmful to infants at high levels.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
A naturally occurring element that can cause cancer and other health effects at high levels.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2023
How Does This Compare?
Decatur (35179) has more violations than 77% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 18, 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.