Neighborhood Report
Grade B
Bessemer, AL Neighborhood Water Quality — Grade B
4 ZIP codes · 44 EPA violations
Data source: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
Water quality varies significantly across Bessemer, AL. We analyzed 4 ZIP codes to help you compare neighborhoods by water safety, lead risk, and EPA compliance.
City Overview: Grade B (74/100)
| Grade | Neighborhoods | % |
|---|---|---|
| A | 0 | 0% |
| B | 3 | 75% |
| C | 1 | 25% |
| D | 0 | 0% |
| F | 0 | 0% |
Neighborhood Rankings
Every ZIP code in Bessemer ranked by Home Safety Score:
| Rank | ZIP Code | Score | Grade | Violations | Lead Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 35021 | 81 | B | 11 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 2 | 35022 | 76 | B | 11 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 3 | 35023 | 71 | B | 11 | 0.0010 mg/L |
| 4 | 35020 | 66 | C | 11 | 0.0010 mg/L |
How Neighborhoods Compare
Each ZIP code compared to county and state averages:
- 2 neighborhoods score better than county average
- 2 neighborhoods score worse than county average
EPA Violations
- 44 total violations across Bessemer
- 8 health-based violations
- 4 of 4 ZIP codes have violations
- 0 ZIP codes exceed EPA lead action level
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Violations | ZIPs |
|---|---|---|
| Stage 2 DBP Rule | 12 | 4 |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | 8 | 4 |
| Lead and Copper Rule | 8 | 4 |
| Contaminant 2065 | 4 | 4 |
| Contaminant 2105 | 4 | 4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Bessemer?
ZIP code 35021 has the highest safety score in Bessemer at 81/100 (grade B). Check the full report for details.
Is Bessemer water safe to drink?
Bessemer has an average water safety score of 74/100 (B). Water quality varies by neighborhood — no ZIP codes currently exceed EPA lead limits. Always check your specific ZIP code.
Related Pages
Data Sources
- EPA SDWIS
- U.S. Census Bureau
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