Wetumpka, AL Water Safety: 81/100 (2026)
2 ZIP codes · 5 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Based on current monitoring, Wetumpka holds an above-average drinking water safety record for AL — violations are infrequent and typically minor when they do appear.
How Wetumpka Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Wetumpka Water: The Quick Version
- Average lead level: 0.002 mg/L.
- Homes built before 1986: 30% — older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $1,900 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 14.04 — above typical levels.
Water Systems Serving Wetumpka
With 3 utilities splitting service in Wetumpka, AL, water accountability is distributed across 5 systems on the federal record.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 2 ZIP codes in Wetumpka, Alabama (population ~32,869), covering 5 community water systems serving approximately 81,309 people region-wide.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Wetumpka — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Wetumpka: B (81/100)
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
Wetumpka water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0020 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 36092 | B | Central Elmore Water & Sewer Authority | 39,798 |
| 36093 | B | Central Elmore Water & Sewer Authority | 39,798 |
All ZIP Codes in Wetumpka
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 Wetumpka
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
How Old Is Wetumpka's Housing Stock?
Housing age data helps assess potential lead pipe and infrastructure risks. Newer housing stock generally means lower plumbing-related contamination risk.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).
Housing Age Profile
Because Wetumpka's housing stock spans a wide range of construction eras, the median build year of 2001 lands in a zone where two distinct risk populations share the same residential market. Homes built before 1986 may have lead-soldered copper plumbing joints — that practice was federally prohibited in 1986 but remained standard until then. The fraction built before 1970 face an additional risk: lead pipes used for service line connections were common before that decade, meaning both the pipe and the solder may be lead-containing in the oldest structures. Residents in mid-century or earlier homes face a different risk environment than neighbors in houses built after 1986, even if they drink from the same utility's supply — and that property-level divergence is what makes the age distribution above more diagnostic than the city-wide median alone.
Most homes in Wetumpka were built after 1986, reducing the risk of lead contamination from plumbing. Older homes should still be tested.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.
Wetumpka: Remediation Cost in Perspective
Because property values in Wetumpka comfortably exceed estimated remediation costs, the equity impact here is proportionally small.
Remediation costs in Wetumpka are relatively low compared to home values. The $1,000–$3,000 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 76% above the Alabama average.
Protecting Children from Lead in Wetumpka
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.
Locally, Wetumpka's indicators line up: aggregate readings pass under the regulatory benchmark and the pre-rule housing footprint at 30% keeps lead in a background position.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Climate-Related Water Risk for Wetumpka
How does Wetumpka's flood record connect to local water quality? The NFIP documents 21 claims — enough to signal recurring events — and 100% of ZIP codes carry FEMA flood zone status. That combination places flooding in the category of factors that can periodically affect water infrastructure, even if the area isn't among the highest-exposure communities in the NFIP dataset.
Wetumpka has a moderate flood history with 21 FEMA claims averaging $16,791 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>$1,900</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.
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