Foley, AL Water Safety: 83/100 (2026)
2 ZIP codes · 3 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
The water systems supplying Foley show a track record of above-average compliance with federal standards — consistently among the better performers in AL.
How Foley Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
What You Should Know About Foley Water
- Average lead level: 0.005 mg/L.
- Estimated remediation: $1,800 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 14.02 — above typical levels.
Who Supplies Your Water in Foley
In Foley, AL, residential water supply is distributed across multiple utilities rather than concentrated in one. The 3 leading providers out of 3 tracked systems each control their own infrastructure, file separate EPA compliance reports, and set independent rate schedules.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 2 ZIP codes in Foley, Alabama (population ~38,401), covering 3 community water systems serving approximately 147,201 people region-wide.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Foley — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Foley: B (83/100)
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
Foley water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0050 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): 2 ZIP codes
Areas with No Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | System | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 36535 | B | City of Foley, Utilities Board of the | 50,919 |
| 36536 | A | City of Foley, Utilities Board of the | 50,919 |
All ZIP Codes in Foley
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.
Health Outcomes in Foley
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
Cost Context: What Remediation Means for Foley Homeowners
Property equity in Foley runs well ahead of estimated remediation costs — a cost-to-value ratio that sits in the low tier, meaning documented water and safety issues here are the kind homeowners can plan to address without treating the expense as a significant budget event relative to what their homes are worth.
Remediation costs in Foley are relatively low compared to home values. The $1,200–$2,500 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 52% above the Alabama average.
Lead Exposure Risk for Children in Foley
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.
Lead risk in Foley appears low overall, but individual homes may differ. Testing is the only way to confirm your water's lead content.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Flood & Climate Risk in Foley
Decades of documented flood activity appear in Foley's NFIP record — 768 insurance claims filed and 100% of ZIP codes carrying FEMA flood designations. The scale of that record puts water infrastructure vulnerability from flooding into the concrete-risk category.
Foley has a significant flood history with 768 FEMA flood insurance claims on record, averaging $36,697 per claim. With 100% of ZIP codes in FEMA-designated flood zones, flood risk is a major concern for homeowners and water quality.
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>$1,800</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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