Water Quality in FORT PAYNE, AL (35968)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 35968.
29
Total Violations
0
Health-Based
29
Monitoring / Reporting
29
Resolved
What does this mean?
29 of 29 violations have been resolved. None of these are health-based violations — no contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 29 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 (29 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CARBON, TOTAL | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 31, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| CARBON, TOTAL | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 31, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| CARBON, TOTAL | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| CARBON, TOTAL | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| CARBON, TOTAL | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 31, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| CARBON, TOTAL | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 31, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Cadmium | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2021 | Resolved | Kidney damage |
| Nitrite | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2021 | 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, 2021 | 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, 2021 | Resolved | Infants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2023(2)
CARBON, TOTAL
27
CARBON, TOTAL
27
2022(4)
CARBON, TOTAL
27
CARBON, TOTAL
27
CARBON, TOTAL
27
CARBON, TOTAL
27
How Does This Compare?
FORT PAYNE (35968) has 29 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.