Mc Williams, AL Water Safety: 73/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated 2026-06-03
Compared to statewide averages in AL, Mc Williams scores well — health violations are below the norm and systems generally operate within federal standards.
How Mc Williams Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
What You Should Know About Mc Williams Water
- Estimated remediation: $1,200 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 19.64 — above typical levels.
Who Supplies Your Water in Mc Williams
Water service in Mc Williams, AL is organized around a single utility — one of 1 tracked by regulator, and the one that manages the local distribution network while holding primary responsibility for EPA compliance reporting.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Mc Williams, Alabama, covering 1 community water system serving approximately 6,144 people.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Mc Williams — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Mc Williams: B (73/100)
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
Mc Williams water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Mc Williams
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 36753 | B | WILCOX COUNTY WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT | 6,144 |
All ZIP Codes in Mc Williams
- 36753 [B]
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 Mc Williams
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
Flood & Climate Risk in Mc Williams
100% of ZIP codes in Mc Williams are mapped into FEMA-designated flood zones, and the NFIP records 2 claims reflecting a multi-event flood history. That combination places local flood exposure in the range where water-quality implications deserve at least periodic attention.
Mc Williams has a moderate flood history with 2 FEMA claims averaging $415 per payout. 100% 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>$1,200</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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