Water Quality in AUBURN, AL (36832)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 36832.
6
Total Violations
0
Health-Based
6
Monitoring / Reporting
6
Resolved
What does this mean?
6 of 6 violations have been resolved. None of these are health-based violations — no contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 6 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 (6 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gross Beta Particle Activity | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2021 | Resolved | N/A |
| Radium-226 | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2021 | Resolved | Increased risk of cancer |
| Radium-228 | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2021 | Resolved | Increased risk of cancer |
| Radium-228 | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2021 | Resolved | Increased risk of cancer |
| Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2021 | Resolved | N/A |
| Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2021 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2021(6)
Gross Beta Particle Activity
03
Radium-226
03
Radium-228
03
Radium-228
03
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U
03
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U
03
How Does This Compare?
AUBURN (36832) has 6 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.
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.