Water Quality in BIRMINGHAM, AL (35222)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 35222.

128

Total Violations

Health-Based

Monitoring / Reporting

124

Resolved

What does this mean?

124 of 128 violations have been resolved. 30 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 98 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: 44 Population served: 5,518

Violations Detail (128 total)

Contaminant	Category	MCL Limit	Measured	Date	Status	Health Effects
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U	Health-Based	N/A	23	Jun 30, 2025	Resolved	N/A
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U	Health-Based	N/A	23	Jun 30, 2025	Resolved	N/A
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U	Health-Based	N/A	23	Jun 30, 2025	Resolved	N/A
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U	Health-Based	N/A	23	Jun 30, 2025	Resolved	N/A
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U	Health-Based	N/A	32	Mar 31, 2025	Resolved	N/A
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U	Health-Based	N/A	32	Mar 31, 2025	Resolved	N/A
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U	Health-Based	N/A	32	Mar 31, 2025	Resolved	N/A
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U	Health-Based	N/A	32	Mar 31, 2025	Resolved	N/A
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U	Health-Based	N/A	32	Dec 31, 2024	Resolved	N/A
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U	Health-Based	N/A	32	Dec 31, 2024	Resolved	N/A
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U	Health-Based	N/A	32	Dec 31, 2024	Resolved	N/A
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U	Health-Based	N/A	32	Dec 31, 2024	Resolved	N/A
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U	Health-Based	N/A	29	Sep 30, 2024	Resolved	N/A
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U	Health-Based	N/A	29	Sep 30, 2024	Resolved	N/A
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U	Health-Based	N/A	29	Sep 30, 2024	Resolved	N/A
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U	Health-Based	N/A	29	Sep 30, 2024	Resolved	N/A
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U	Health-Based	N/A	26	Jun 30, 2024	Resolved	N/A
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U	Health-Based	N/A	26	Jun 30, 2024	Resolved	N/A
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U	Health-Based	N/A	26	Jun 30, 2024	Resolved	N/A
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U	Health-Based	N/A	26	Jun 30, 2024	Resolved	N/A
Chlorine	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Jun 30, 2024	Resolved	Eye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort
Chlorine	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Jun 30, 2024	Resolved	Eye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort
Chlorine	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Jun 30, 2024	Resolved	Eye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort
Chlorine	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Jun 30, 2024	Resolved	Eye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort
Chlorine	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Jun 30, 2024	Resolved	Eye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort
Chlorine	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Jun 30, 2024	Resolved	Eye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort
Revised Total Coliform Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Jun 30, 2024	Resolved	N/A
Revised Total Coliform Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Jun 30, 2024	Resolved	N/A
Revised Total Coliform Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Jun 30, 2024	Resolved	N/A
Revised Total Coliform Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Jun 30, 2024	Resolved	N/A
Revised Total Coliform Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Jun 30, 2024	Resolved	N/A
Combined Radium (-226 and -228)	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Mar 31, 2024	Resolved	N/A
Combined Radium (-226 and -228)	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Mar 31, 2024	Resolved	N/A
Combined Radium (-226 and -228)	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Mar 31, 2024	Resolved	N/A
Combined Radium (-226 and -228)	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Mar 31, 2024	Resolved	N/A
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Mar 31, 2024	Resolved	N/A
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Mar 31, 2024	Resolved	N/A
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Mar 31, 2024	Resolved	N/A
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Mar 31, 2024	Resolved	N/A
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Mar 31, 2024	Resolved	N/A
Radium-226	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Mar 31, 2024	Resolved	Increased risk of cancer
Radium-226	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Mar 31, 2024	Resolved	Increased risk of cancer
Radium-226	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Mar 31, 2024	Resolved	Increased risk of cancer
Radium-226	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Mar 31, 2024	Resolved	Increased risk of cancer
Radium-228	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Mar 31, 2024	Resolved	Increased risk of cancer
Radium-228	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Mar 31, 2024	Resolved	Increased risk of cancer
Radium-228	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Mar 31, 2024	Resolved	Increased risk of cancer
Radium-228	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Mar 31, 2024	Resolved	Increased risk of cancer
Combined Uranium	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Mar 31, 2024	Resolved	N/A
Combined Uranium	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Mar 31, 2024	Resolved	N/A
Combined Uranium	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Mar 31, 2024	Resolved	N/A
Combined Uranium	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Mar 31, 2024	Resolved	N/A
Combined Radium (-226 and -228)	Health-Based	N/A	6	Dec 31, 2023	Resolved	N/A
Combined Radium (-226 and -228)	Health-Based	N/A	6	Dec 31, 2023	Resolved	N/A
Combined Radium (-226 and -228)	Health-Based	N/A	6	Dec 31, 2023	Resolved	N/A
Combined Radium (-226 and -228)	Health-Based	N/A	6	Dec 31, 2023	Resolved	N/A
Combined Radium (-226 and -228)	Health-Based	N/A	6	Dec 31, 2023	Resolved	N/A
ETHYLENE DIBROMIDE	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Dec 31, 2023	Resolved	N/A
ETHYLENE DIBROMIDE	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Dec 31, 2023	Resolved	N/A
ETHYLENE DIBROMIDE	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Dec 31, 2023	Resolved	N/A
ETHYLENE DIBROMIDE	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Dec 31, 2023	Resolved	N/A
ETHYLENE DIBROMIDE	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Dec 31, 2023	Resolved	N/A
Nitrate	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Dec 31, 2023	Resolved	Infants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath
Nitrate	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Dec 31, 2023	Resolved	Infants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath
Nitrate	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Dec 31, 2023	Resolved	Infants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath
Nitrate	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Dec 31, 2023	Resolved	Infants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath
Nitrate	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Dec 31, 2023	Resolved	Infants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath
Consumer Confidence Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Jun 30, 2023	Resolved	N/A
Consumer Confidence Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Jun 30, 2023	Resolved	N/A
Consumer Confidence Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Jun 30, 2023	Resolved	N/A
TTHM	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Dec 31, 2022	Resolved	N/A
TTHM	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Dec 31, 2022	Resolved	N/A
TTHM	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Dec 31, 2022	Resolved	N/A
TTHM	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Dec 31, 2022	Resolved	N/A
TTHM	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Dec 31, 2022	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Dec 31, 2022	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Dec 31, 2022	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Dec 31, 2022	Resolved	N/A
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Dec 31, 2022	Resolved	N/A
Combined Radium (-226 and -228)	Health-Based	N/A	6	Sep 30, 2022	Resolved	N/A
Combined Radium (-226 and -228)	Health-Based	N/A	6	Sep 30, 2022	Resolved	N/A
Combined Radium (-226 and -228)	Health-Based	N/A	6	Sep 30, 2022	Resolved	N/A
Combined Radium (-226 and -228)	Health-Based	N/A	6	Sep 30, 2022	Resolved	N/A
Combined Radium (-226 and -228)	Health-Based	N/A	6	Sep 30, 2022	Resolved	N/A
Lead and Copper Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Dec 31, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Lead and Copper Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Dec 31, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Lead and Copper Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Sep 30, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Lead and Copper Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Sep 30, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Lead and Copper Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Sep 30, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Lead and Copper Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Sep 30, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Lead and Copper Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Sep 30, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Lead and Copper Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Sep 30, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Lead and Copper Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Sep 30, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Lead and Copper Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Sep 30, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Lead and Copper Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Sep 30, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Public Notice	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Sep 21, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Public Notice	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Sep 21, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Public Notice	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Sep 21, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Stage 2 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Aug 24, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Stage 2 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Aug 24, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Stage 2 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Aug 24, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Stage 2 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Aug 24, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Stage 2 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Aug 24, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Stage 2 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Aug 17, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Stage 2 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Aug 17, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Stage 2 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Aug 17, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Stage 2 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Aug 17, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Stage 2 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Aug 17, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Stage 2 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Aug 17, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Stage 2 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Aug 17, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Stage 2 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Aug 17, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Stage 2 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Aug 17, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Stage 2 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Aug 17, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Stage 2 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Jul 20, 2021	Active	N/A
Stage 2 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Jul 20, 2021	Active	N/A
Stage 2 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Jul 20, 2021	Active	N/A
Stage 2 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Jul 20, 2021	Active	N/A
Consumer Confidence Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Jun 30, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Consumer Confidence Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Jun 30, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Consumer Confidence Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Jun 30, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Consumer Confidence Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Jun 30, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Consumer Confidence Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Jun 30, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Consumer Confidence Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Jun 30, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Consumer Confidence Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Jun 30, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Consumer Confidence Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Jun 30, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Public Notice	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Jun 17, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Public Notice	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Jun 17, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Public Notice	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Jun 17, 2021	Resolved	N/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(8)

Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U

Jun 30Resolved

Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U

Jun 30Resolved

Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U

Jun 30Resolved

Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U

Jun 30Resolved

Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U

Mar 31Resolved

Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U

Mar 31Resolved

Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U

Mar 31Resolved

Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U

Mar 31Resolved

2024(44)

Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U

Dec 31Resolved

Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U

Dec 31Resolved

Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U

Dec 31Resolved

Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U

Dec 31Resolved

Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U

Sep 30Resolved

Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U

Sep 30Resolved

Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U

Sep 30Resolved

Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U

Sep 30Resolved

Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U

Jun 30Resolved

Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U

Jun 30Resolved

Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U

Jun 30Resolved

Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U

Jun 30Resolved

Chlorine

Jun 30Resolved

Chlorine

Jun 30Resolved

Chlorine

Jun 30Resolved

Chlorine

Jun 30Resolved

Chlorine

Jun 30Resolved

Chlorine

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

Jun 30Resolved

Combined Radium (-226 and -228)

Mar 31Resolved

Combined Radium (-226 and -228)

Mar 31Resolved

Combined Radium (-226 and -228)

Mar 31Resolved

Combined Radium (-226 and -228)

Mar 31Resolved

Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U

Mar 31Resolved

Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U

Mar 31Resolved

Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U

Mar 31Resolved

Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U

Mar 31Resolved

Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U

Mar 31Resolved

Radium-226

Mar 31Resolved

Radium-226

Mar 31Resolved

Radium-226

Mar 31Resolved

Radium-226

Mar 31Resolved

Radium-228

Mar 31Resolved

Radium-228

Mar 31Resolved

Radium-228

Mar 31Resolved

Radium-228

Mar 31Resolved

Combined Uranium

Mar 31Resolved

Combined Uranium

Mar 31Resolved

Combined Uranium

Mar 31Resolved

Combined Uranium

Mar 31Resolved

2021(44)

Lead and Copper Rule

Dec 31Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

Dec 31Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

Sep 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

Sep 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

Sep 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

Sep 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

Sep 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

Sep 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

Sep 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

Sep 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

Sep 30Resolved

Public Notice

Sep 21Resolved

Public Notice

Sep 21Resolved

Public Notice

Sep 21Resolved

Stage 2 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule

Aug 24Resolved

Stage 2 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule

Aug 24Resolved

Stage 2 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule

Aug 24Resolved

Stage 2 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule

Aug 24Resolved

Stage 2 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule

Aug 24Resolved

Stage 2 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule

Aug 17Resolved

Stage 2 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule

Aug 17Resolved

Stage 2 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule

Aug 17Resolved

Stage 2 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule

Aug 17Resolved

Stage 2 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule

Aug 17Resolved

Stage 2 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule

Aug 17Resolved

Stage 2 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule

Aug 17Resolved

Stage 2 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule

Aug 17Resolved

Stage 2 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule

Aug 17Resolved

Stage 2 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule

Aug 17Resolved

Stage 2 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule

Jul 20Active

Stage 2 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule

Jul 20Active

Stage 2 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule

Jul 20Active

Stage 2 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule

Jul 20Active

Consumer Confidence Rule

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

Jun 30Resolved

Public Notice

Jun 17Resolved

Public Notice

Jun 17Resolved

Public Notice

Jun 17Resolved

How Does This Compare?

BIRMINGHAM (35222) has 128 recorded violations, including 30 health-based. 4 remain 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.

Reverse Osmosis System

Highly effective at removing heavy metals, dissolved solids, and a wide range of contaminants. Recommended for homes with lead or arsenic concerns.

Targets:Lead, Copper, Arsenic, Mercury, Cadmium

Look for:NSF/ANSI 58 certified

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

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 →

UV Water Purifier

Uses ultraviolet light to neutralize bacteria, viruses, and parasites without chemicals. Ideal for homes with microbial contamination concerns.

Targets:E. coli, Coliform, Giardia, Cryptosporidium

Look for:NSF/ANSI 55 (Class A) 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.

Water Quality in BIRMINGHAM, AL (35222)

What does this mean?

Violations Detail (128 total)

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(8)

2024(44)

2023(18)

2022(14)

2021(44)

How Does This Compare?

Recommended Water Filters

Reverse Osmosis System

Activated Carbon Filter

UV Water Purifier

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