Dothan, AL: 25 Violations — 87/100 (2026)
5 ZIP codes · 8 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
EPA compliance records for Dothan tell a largely clear story: violation rates are low, health-based exceedances are uncommon, and the city's grade puts it well above average within AL.
How Dothan Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Water Quality Map: Dothan, AL
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Score Distribution
Distribution of water safety grades across Dothan.
Dothan Water: The Quick Version
- Your city's water systems recorded 25 violations in the past 5 years.
- Average lead level: 0.0032 mg/L.
- Homes built before 1986: 49% — older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $1,725 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 15.32 — above typical levels.
Water Systems Serving Dothan
Federal records list 8 water systems tied to Dothan, AL. Of those, 3 are the primary providers, meaning service conditions, rate structures, and compliance histories can differ depending on where a property sits.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 5 ZIP codes in Dothan, Alabama, covering 8 community water systems serving approximately 86,607 people.
5 of 5 ZIP codes (100%) have recorded EPA violations. All violations are monitoring/reporting type.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Dothan: A (87/100)
The score combines three factors:
| Factor | What It Measures |
|---|---|
| Water Quality | EPA violations and compliance history |
| Lead Levels | 90th percentile lead concentration vs EPA action level |
| Radon Risk | EPA radon zone classification |
Water Sources
Dothan water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0032 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 3 (Low Risk)
- Zone 1 (High): 0 ZIP codes
- Zone 2 (Moderate): 0 ZIP codes
- Zone 3 (Low): 5 ZIP codes
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | ZIPs Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Reporting | 18 | 5 |
| Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) | Disinfection Byproducts | 6 | 5 |
| Contaminant 4100 | Other | 6 | 5 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36301 | B | 5 | 0 | City of Dothan Utilities, |
| 36302 | A | 5 | 0 | City of Dothan Utilities, |
| 36303 | B | 5 | 0 | City of Dothan Utilities, |
| 36304 | A | 5 | 0 | City of Dothan Utilities, |
| 36305 | A | 5 | 0 | City of Dothan Utilities, |
All ZIP Codes in Dothan
- 36301 [B] — 5 violations
- 36302 [A] — 5 violations
- 36303 [B] — 5 violations
- 36304 [A] — 5 violations
- 36305 [A] — 5 violations
Data Sources
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- Lead/copper: EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data
- Radon: EPA Map of Radon Zones
Updated daily.
CDC Health Data for Dothan
Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). Water contamination can correlate with respiratory and chronic health conditions.
Compared to National Average
Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national
Key Contaminants Detected in Dothan
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
How Old Is Dothan's Housing Stock?
With 49% of homes built before 1986, lead solder in plumbing is a potential concern. The EPA banned lead solder in 1986, but many older homes retain original plumbing.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).
Housing Age Profile
A median build year of 1985 in Dothan is characteristic of a mixed-era city where plumbing risk depends heavily on the specific property. Homes built before 1986 may have lead-soldered copper joints; those from before 1970 face the added possibility of lead service lines. The percentages above capture how much of the residential stock falls into each risk era.
Most homes in Dothan were built after 1986, reducing the risk of lead contamination from plumbing. Older homes should still be tested.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.
Dothan: Remediation Cost in Perspective
In Dothan, property wealth outpaces what documented remediation typically demands — the equity burden lands well within the low tier.
Remediation costs in Dothan are relatively low compared to home values. The $1,125–$2,575 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 7% above the Alabama average.
Protecting Children from Lead in Dothan
Why children are most at risk: The CDC states there is no safe level of lead exposure for children. Children under 6 absorb lead more readily than adults, and even low levels can cause developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioral problems.
In recent monitoring under the Lead and Copper Rule, citywide samples for Dothan have approached or crossed the regulatory action level on multiple occasions. Combined with 49% of stock dating from the pre-rule era, the picture supports baseline single-tap reads as a standard household-level step.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Climate-Related Water Risk for Dothan
Across the NFIP's long tracking period, Dothan shows 119 claims and 80% of ZIP codes within FEMA-designated flood zones — figures that place it in moderate flood exposure territory. At this level, the water-quality implications of flooding — contaminated wells, stressed treatment intake, distribution backflow — move from theoretical edge cases to genuine periodic risks, particularly during higher-severity events.
Dothan has a moderate flood history with 119 FEMA claims averaging $15,910 per payout. 80% of ZIP codes fall within FEMA flood zones. Flood events can contaminate drinking water and overwhelm treatment systems.
How flooding affects water quality: Flood events can introduce sewage, agricultural runoff, and industrial chemicals into water supplies. Even after floodwaters recede, contamination can persist in wells and aging infrastructure. Flood damage can add significantly to the estimated <strong>$1,725</strong> remediation cost per household.
Residents in flood-prone areas should consider flood insurance even outside FEMA zones — over 25% of flood claims come from low-to-moderate risk areas. After any flood event, test your water before drinking.
Source: FEMA National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) claims data, FEMA flood zone designations.
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