Water Quality in Tuscaloosa, AL (35555)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 35555.
Past Health-Based Violations
2 health-based violations were found in the past 5 years, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. All have since been resolved. There are also 49 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 91% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
9,271
Population
10
Water Systems
51
Violations (5yr)
2
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (10)
Tuscaloosa Water & Sewer
2 health-basedNorthport Water Works (City Of)
All resolvedPickens County Water Authority
All resolvedVernon Water And Sewer Board
All resolvedFayette Water Works Board
Fayette Co. Water Coord. & F. P. A.
Newtonville Water Authority
Lakeside Estates
Cains Ridge Valley Water Authority
American Park Cafe
Contaminants Found
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2023
How Does This Compare?
Tuscaloosa (35555) has more violations than 91% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 51.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on health-based violations detected in your area, these filter types are commonly used to address similar contaminants. Consult your water utility's Consumer Confidence Report for the most current data.
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
Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.