Water Quality in Anniston, AL (36272)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 36272.
Past Health-Based Violations
1 health-based violation was found in the past 5 years, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. All have since been resolved. There are also 26 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 83% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
12,954
Population
11
Water Systems
27
Violations (5yr)
1
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (11)
Anniston Alabama, The Wwsb Of The City O
All resolvedGadsden, The Wwsb Of The City Of
All resolvedCalhoun County Water Authority
Oxford Water Works & Sewer Board
1 health-basedJacksonville Water Works, Gas And Sewer
Cherokee County Water Authority
Cleburne County Water Authority
Piedmont Utilities Board
All resolvedFords Valley & Hwy 278 Water
Rock Run Community Wtr Supply
Sherwood Subdivision
Contaminants Found
Similar to nitrate — harmful to infants at high levels.
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?
Anniston (36272) has more violations than 83% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 27.
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.
Whole House Carbon Filter
A solid baseline for improving overall water quality. Reduces chlorine, sediment, and many common contaminants throughout your entire home.
Targets:Chlorine, Sediment, Taste & Odor
Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 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.