East Tallassee, AL Water Safety: 66/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated 2026-06-04
Water monitoring across East Tallassee paints a mid-range picture within AL — solid compliance in some service zones, documented concerns in others. Most violations on record are concentrated in specific areas, and the overall grade has held in the middle tier without major shifts in recent monitoring cycles.
How East Tallassee Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
East Tallassee's Water Providers
Most residential addresses in East Tallassee, AL are served by a single water utility — the dominant system among the 1 provider tracked in federal data.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in East Tallassee, Alabama, covering 1 community water system serving approximately 13,092 people.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in East Tallassee — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for East Tallassee: C (66/100)
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
East Tallassee water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for East Tallassee
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 3 (Low Risk)
Areas with No Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | System | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 36023 | C | WALNUT HILL WATER AUTHORITY | 13,092 |
All ZIP Codes in East Tallassee
- 36023 [C]
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.
East Tallassee Community Health Snapshot
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
What You Can Do in East Tallassee
- Test your water at home. City-level data shows averages — your tap may differ. NSF-certified test kits cost $20-40 and give results in days.
- Install a certified water filter. An NSF-certified pitcher or under-sink filter removes most common contaminants.
- Check your home's plumbing. Homes built before 1986 may have lead solder in pipes. A licensed plumber can assess your risk.
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for East Tallassee, AL