Water Quality in RAINSVILLE, AL (35986)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 35986.
28
Total Violations
0
Health-Based
28
Monitoring / Reporting
28
Resolved
What does this mean?
28 of 28 violations have been resolved. None of these are health-based violations — no contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 28 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 (28 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arsenic | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jan 10, 2023 | Resolved | Skin damage; circulatory system problems; increased risk of cancer |
| Beryllium, Total | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jan 10, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Cadmium | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jan 10, 2023 | Resolved | Kidney damage |
| Cadmium | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jan 10, 2023 | Resolved | Kidney damage |
| Chromium | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jan 10, 2023 | Resolved | Allergic dermatitis |
| Chromium | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jan 10, 2023 | Resolved | Allergic dermatitis |
| CYANIDE | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jan 10, 2023 | Resolved | Nerve damage or thyroid problems |
| Arsenic | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jan 10, 2023 | Resolved | Skin damage; circulatory system problems; increased risk of cancer |
| Fluoride | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jan 10, 2023 | Resolved | Bone disease (pain and tenderness of the bones); children may get mottled teeth |
| Fluoride | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jan 10, 2023 | Resolved | Bone disease (pain and tenderness of the bones); children may get mottled teeth |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2023(28)
Arsenic
03
Beryllium, Total
03
Cadmium
03
Cadmium
03
Chromium
03
Chromium
03
CYANIDE
03
Arsenic
03
Fluoride
03
Fluoride
03
Mercury
03
Mercury
03
Nitrite
03
Nitrite
03
Selenium
03
Selenium
03
Nitrate
03
Nitrate
03
Nickel
03
Nickel
03
Antimony, Total
03
Antimony, Total
03
Barium
03
Beryllium, Total
03
Thallium, Total
03
Thallium, Total
03
Barium
03
CYANIDE
03
How Does This Compare?
RAINSVILLE (35986) has 28 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.