Water Quality in ELBA, AL (36323)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 36323.

109

Total Violations

16

Health-Based

93

Monitoring / Reporting

108

Resolved

What does this mean?

108 of 109 violations have been resolved. 16 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 93 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.

Water systems: 5 Population served: 13,457

Violations Detail (109 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalateMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/ADec 9, 2023ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/ANov 13, 2023ResolvedN/A
Carbon tetrachlorideHealth-BasedN/A0.009Sep 30, 2023ResolvedLiver problems; increased risk of cancer
Carbon tetrachlorideHealth-BasedN/A0.009Sep 30, 2023ResolvedLiver problems; increased risk of cancer
Carbon tetrachlorideHealth-BasedN/A0.009Sep 30, 2023ResolvedLiver problems; increased risk of cancer
Carbon tetrachlorideHealth-BasedN/A0.009Sep 30, 2023ResolvedLiver problems; increased risk of cancer
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/ASep 30, 2023ResolvedN/A
Carbon tetrachlorideHealth-BasedN/A0.009Jun 30, 2023ResolvedLiver problems; increased risk of cancer
Carbon tetrachlorideHealth-BasedN/A0.009Jun 30, 2023ResolvedLiver problems; increased risk of cancer

Violation Timeline

2025(1)

Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate

03

Jun 30Resolved

2023(17)

Public Notice

75

Dec 9Resolved

Public Notice

75

Nov 13Resolved

Carbon tetrachloride

02

Sep 30Resolved

Carbon tetrachloride

02

Sep 30Resolved

Carbon tetrachloride

02

Sep 30Resolved

Carbon tetrachloride

02

Sep 30Resolved

Public Notice

75

Sep 30Resolved

Carbon tetrachloride

02

Jun 30Resolved

Carbon tetrachloride

02

Jun 30Resolved

Carbon tetrachloride

02

Jun 30Resolved

Carbon tetrachloride

02

Jun 30Resolved

Public Notice

75

Jun 2Resolved

Public Notice

75

May 3Resolved

Carbon tetrachloride

02

Mar 31Resolved

Carbon tetrachloride

02

Mar 31Resolved

Carbon tetrachloride

02

Mar 31Resolved

Carbon tetrachloride

02

Mar 31Resolved

How Does This Compare?

ELBA (36323) has 109 recorded violations, including 16 health-based. 1 remains unresolved. 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

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

UV Water Purifier

Uses ultraviolet light to neutralize bacteria, viruses, and parasites without chemicals. Ideal for homes with microbial contamination concerns.

Targets:E. coli, Coliform, Giardia, Cryptosporidium

Look for:NSF/ANSI 55 (Class A) certified

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove.

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