Water Quality in DECATUR, AL (35609)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 35609.
60
Total Violations
0
Health-Based
60
Monitoring / Reporting
60
Resolved
What does this mean?
60 of 60 violations have been resolved. None of these are health-based violations — no contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 60 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 (60 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CARBON, TOTAL | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| CARBON, TOTAL | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Nickel | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2021 | Resolved | N/A |
| Selenium | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2021 | Resolved | Hair or fingernail loss; numbness in fingers or toes; circulatory problems |
| Nickel | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2021 | Resolved | N/A |
| Nickel | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2021 | Resolved | N/A |
| Barium | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2021 | Resolved | Increase in blood pressure |
| Barium | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2021 | Resolved | Increase in blood pressure |
| Barium | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2021 | Resolved | Increase in blood pressure |
| Barium | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2021 | Resolved | Increase in blood pressure |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2022(2)
CARBON, TOTAL
27
CARBON, TOTAL
27
2021(58)
Nickel
03
Selenium
03
Nickel
03
Nickel
03
Barium
03
Barium
03
Barium
03
Barium
03
Nitrite
03
Nitrite
03
Nitrite
03
Nitrite
03
Beryllium, Total
03
Beryllium, Total
03
Beryllium, Total
03
Nickel
03
Thallium, Total
03
Thallium, Total
03
Thallium, Total
03
Thallium, Total
03
Mercury
03
Mercury
03
Mercury
03
Mercury
03
Arsenic
03
Arsenic
03
Arsenic
03
Arsenic
03
Cadmium
03
Cadmium
03
Cadmium
03
Cadmium
03
Chromium
03
Chromium
03
Chromium
03
Chromium
03
CYANIDE
03
CYANIDE
03
CYANIDE
03
CYANIDE
03
Fluoride
03
Fluoride
03
Fluoride
03
Fluoride
03
Lead and Copper Rule
52
Selenium
03
Selenium
03
Selenium
03
Nitrate
03
Nitrate
03
Nitrate
03
Nitrate
03
Antimony, Total
03
Antimony, Total
03
Antimony, Total
03
Antimony, Total
03
Lead and Copper Rule
52
Beryllium, Total
03
How Does This Compare?
DECATUR (35609) has 60 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.
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
Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove.