Chambers County, Alabama
6 ZIP codes · Avg score 86/100 · Grade A · Updated 2026-06-03
Recent water monitoring in Chambers County shows 6 ZIP codes with consistently safe results.
How Chambers County Compares
How Chambers County Compares
Chambers County scores 13 points above the Alabama state average (73/100) and 18 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Chambers County, Alabama
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 16.4 (asthma 10.7%, diabetes 17.9%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $577, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.362% avg pipe failure probability, 17% of ZIPs at high risk
59% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2022–2024)
→ Stable trendEPA violation counts by year across Chambers County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2022 with 1 violation. Past 5 years: 2 total (2 health-based).
Source: EPA SDWIS historical violations. Data may lag 6–12 months for the most recent year.
County Health Indicators vs National Average
Black markers indicate national averages. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Infrastructure Overview
Sources: Census ACS (housing age), EPA SDWIS (infrastructure risk model), state bridge inspection data.
Compound Risk Breakdown
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $577
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
19,746 housing units in Chambers County
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034 (Year Structure Built).
Water Safety Affordability
How much it costs to fix water issues relative to home values in Chambers County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Chambers County, representing a small fraction of property value.
Remediation includes water filtration, lead abatement, radon mitigation, and flood protection where applicable. Source: Census ACS, EPA SDWIS.
Health Outcomes vs National Average
CDC PLACES data for Chambers County residents
Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Water Systems with Most Violations
Top 5 systems in Chambers County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | EAST ALABAMA WATER & FIRE PRO DISTRICT | 17,532 | 21 |
| 2 | Lafayette Water Works | 4,047 | 12 |
| 3 | Lanett Water Works | 7,152 | 8 |
| 4 | Huguley Water Authority | 6,795 | 8 |
| 5 | Chattahoochee Valley Water Supply District | 32 | 8 |
12 total water systems serve Chambers County.
All ZIP Codes in Chambers County
6 ZIP codes tracked in Chambers County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 36862 | Lafayette | 97 | A | 4 | $139K |
| 2 | 36850 | Camp Hill | 92 | A | 6 | $69K |
| 3 | 36854 | Valley | 91 | A | 6 (1 health) | $146K |
| 4 | 36276 | Wadley | 84 | B | 3 | $190K |
| 5 | 36863 | Lanett | 83 | B | 8 | $113K |
| 6 | 36852 | Cusseta | 66 | C | 0 | $165K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Chambers County
Independent picks. EPA-grounded. Matched here.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 59% of homes built before 1978
- Best Sump Pumps — Flood is the top compound risk factor
- Best Mold Test Kits — Flood-driven moisture and mold risk
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Chambers County, Alabama
Overview
Chambers County in Alabama covers 6 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of A (86/100).
5 of 6 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 1 health-based violation have been documented.
← Back to Alabama water quality report
Data Sources
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- Home values: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (median estimates by ZCTA)
Updated daily.