Water Quality in Phenix City, AL (36860)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 36860.
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 31 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 85% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
1,486
Population
6
Water Systems
32
Violations (5yr)
1
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (6)
Phenix City Utilities
All resolvedRussell County Water Authority
1 health-basedFt Mitchell Water System
South Bullock County Water Authority
Hurtsboro Water & Sewer Board
All resolvedGeorgia-Pacific Veneer Mill
Contaminants Found
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2023
How Does This Compare?
Phenix City (36860) has more violations than 85% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 32.
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.
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. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.