Water Quality in GRAND BAY, AL (36541)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 36541.
30
Total Violations
0
Health-Based
30
Monitoring / Reporting
30
Resolved
What does this mean?
30 of 30 violations have been resolved. None of these are health-based violations — no contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 30 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 (30 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nickel | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jan 10, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Antimony, Total | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jan 10, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Thallium, Total | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jan 10, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Thallium, Total | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jan 10, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Nitrate | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jan 10, 2023 | Resolved | Infants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath |
| Nitrate | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jan 10, 2023 | Resolved | Infants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath |
| Nitrite | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jan 10, 2023 | Resolved | Infants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath |
| Nitrite | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jan 10, 2023 | Resolved | Infants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath |
| Nickel | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jan 10, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Selenium | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jan 10, 2023 | Resolved | Hair or fingernail loss; numbness in fingers or toes; circulatory problems |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2023(30)
Nickel
03
Antimony, Total
03
Thallium, Total
03
Thallium, Total
03
Nitrate
03
Nitrate
03
Nitrite
03
Nitrite
03
Nickel
03
Selenium
03
Selenium
03
Arsenic
03
Arsenic
03
Barium
03
Barium
03
CYANIDE
03
CYANIDE
03
Fluoride
03
Fluoride
03
Fluoride
03
Mercury
03
Mercury
03
Antimony, Total
03
Chromium
03
Beryllium, Total
03
Beryllium, Total
03
Cadmium
03
Cadmium
03
Chromium
03
Nitrite
03
How Does This Compare?
GRAND BAY (36541) has 30 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
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