Water Quality in Fort Payne, AL (35981)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 35981.
Past Health-Based Violations
12 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 19 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 85% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
2,052
Population
5
Water Systems
31
Violations (5yr)
12
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (5)
Northeast Alabama Water, Sewer, And Fpd
All resolvedFort Payne, The Ww Bd Of The City Of
Dekalb-Jackson Water Supply District
12 health-basedSand Mountain Water Authority
Thunder Canyon Campground & Rv Park
Contaminants Found
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Similar to nitrate — harmful to infants at high levels.
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?
Fort Payne (35981) has more violations than 85% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 31.
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.