Water Quality in Decatur, AL (35601)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 35601.
No Health-Based Violations
None of the 5 water systems serving this ZIP have exceeded federal contaminant limits in the past 5 years. There are16 monitoring/reporting violations (missed testing deadlines), all resolved.
Better than 75% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
35,449
Population
5
Water Systems
16
Violations (5yr)
0
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (5)
Decatur, Municipal Utilities Board Of
West Morgan-East Lawrence W&S Authority
All resolvedNe Morgan Co Water And Sewer Authority
Hartselle Utility Board
Hickory Hill Water Department
Contaminants Found
Similar to nitrate — harmful to infants at high levels.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
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 (35601) has more violations than 75% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 16, 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.