Tuskegee Institute, AL Water Safety: 58/100 (2026)
2 ZIP codes · 1 water system · Updated 2026-06-04
Across Tuskegee Institute, EPA compliance data for AL sits at a moderate level — not alarming, but not uniformly clean across all service areas either.
How Tuskegee Institute Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
Tuskegee Institute Water: The Quick Version
- Estimated remediation: $1,900 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 16.56 — above typical levels.
Water Systems Serving Tuskegee Institute
Water service in Tuskegee Institute, 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 2 ZIP codes in Tuskegee Institute, Alabama (population ~3,493), covering 1 community water system serving approximately 12,900 people region-wide.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Tuskegee Institute — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Tuskegee Institute: C (58/100)
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
Tuskegee Institute water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Tuskegee Institute
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)
- Zone 1 (High): 0 ZIP codes
- Zone 2 (Moderate): 2 ZIP codes
- Zone 3 (Low): 0 ZIP codes
The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.
Areas with No Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | System | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 36087 | D | TUSKEGEE, UTILITIES BOARD OF THE CITY OF | 12,900 |
| 36088 | C | TUSKEGEE, UTILITIES BOARD OF THE CITY OF | 12,900 |
All ZIP Codes in Tuskegee Institute
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 Tuskegee Institute
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
Tuskegee Institute: Remediation Cost in Perspective
Middle of the range — Tuskegee Institute homeowners face a remediation share that calls for real financial attention without reaching crisis territory.
Remediation costs are moderate relative to home values in Tuskegee Institute. The estimated $1,000–$2,850 range is manageable for most homeowners but still worth budgeting for. Home values are 39% below the Alabama average.
Climate-Related Water Risk for Tuskegee Institute
1 FEMA flood insurance claim are on file for Tuskegee Institute, and 50% of local ZIP codes fall within federally designated flood zones — enough to put flood exposure on the planning radar, though short of the concentrated-risk threshold where treatment-system vulnerability becomes a primary consideration.
Tuskegee Institute has a moderate flood history with 1 FEMA claims. 50% 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>$1,900</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.
What You Can Do in Tuskegee Institute
- 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.
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