Spring Garden, AL Water Safety: 53/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated 2026-06-03
For households across Spring Garden, below-average water safety data and recurring compliance violations documented by AL EPA records make it worthwhile to verify the specific system serving your address — system-level detail is the most actionable reference point available.
How Spring Garden Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
What You Should Know About Spring Garden Water
- Estimated remediation: $400 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 16.24 — above typical levels.
Who Supplies Your Water in Spring Garden
A single dominant system supplies most of Spring Garden, AL. That utility controls infrastructure decisions, rate structures, and EPA compliance reporting for most residential addresses served across those 1 tracked system.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Spring Garden, Alabama, covering 1 community water system serving approximately 11,013 people.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Spring Garden — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Spring Garden: D (53/100)
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
Spring Garden water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Spring Garden
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)
The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.
Areas with No Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | System | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 36275 | D | CHEROKEE COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY | 11,013 |
All ZIP Codes in Spring Garden
- 36275 [D]
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 Spring Garden
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 Spring Garden
- 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.
- Review your water system's CCR. Your utility publishes an annual Consumer Confidence Report with detailed test results. Request it or find it online.
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Spring Garden, AL