Water Quality Report

Cullman, AL (35058): PFAS Detected in Mapped Water Systems

EPA data combined for 3 water systems mapped to this ZIP (largest mapped system: East Cullman Water System)

PFAS Detected

EPA records for the water systems mapped to 35058 in Cullman, AL contain 13 recorded violations for inclusive record years 2021 through 2026, all mapped systems combined; 0 are marked health-based.

Data source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) SDWIS

Based on EPA Drinking Water FEMA Flood Data U.S. Census CDC Energy Information Admin. USGS Water Data & 9 more federal sources
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Safety Score N/A
Water Quality Concerns 13 non-health-based violation records in EPA data
Lead Risk Below action level 0.0009 mg/L, 90th percentile, sample period ending 2024-12-31
NFIP Claim History N/A
Data confidence: High (direct measurement) Medium (sampled / sub-geography) Low (modeled / inferred) Methodology →

At a Glance

  • Water EPA records for water systems mapped to this ZIP show 13 violations (non-health) (since 2021).
  • Lead The reported 90th-percentile lead result of 0.0009 mg/L is below the EPA action level for water systems; EPA's health goal for lead is zero.
  • PFAS PFAS detected in UCMR5 sampling; see the PFAS section for each compound, compared with the federal PFAS MCL where one exists.
  • Radon EPA Zone 2 - county-level radon potential, not a home measurement.
Contaminant Summary
Violations on record (not health-based)
13 violations PFAS detected
Report data assembled: Jul 27, 2026 EPA water-system identity: source date or period is not present in ZipCheckup's accepted source record EPA violation history: more than two update cycles old Lead, copper and UCMR measurements: source date or period is not present in ZipCheckup's accepted source record Consumer Confidence Report: source date or period is not present in ZipCheckup's accepted source record
3
Water Systems
13,284
People Served
0
Health Violations (since 2021)
Surface water
Water Source
0.000906 mg/L
Reported Lead ResultBelow the national median of system results
Zone 2
County Radon Potential · Moderate
$194K
Median Home Value31% above state median ($148K)

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Score Breakdown

Overall Home Safety Score: Score unavailable

Required evidence is missing. Missing values remain unknown and are not imputed or renormalized.

Canonical components

EPA water compliance
68/100
Observed
PFAS MCL screen
100/100
Observed
EPA radon zone
50/100
Observed
Annual EPA AirData AQI
Unknown
Evidence missing

Required domains

Drinking water
84/100
Indoor environment
50/100
Outdoor environment
Unknown

Coverage: 3 of 4 components and 2 of 3 domains observed.

Model 4.0.0; series home-safety-v4-cross-vertical.

Safety & Health (8) HIGH

Your Water System

ZIP code 35058 in Cullman, Alabama is mapped to the water system East Cullman Water System (EPA ID: AL0000402). This system provides water to approximately 13,284 people from surface water sources.

There are 3 community water systems serving this area.

Water Systems Serving This Area

System Name EPA ID Population Source
East Cullman Water System AL0000402 13,284 Surface water
Johnsons Crossing Water System AL0000408 3,594 Surface water
V.a.w. Water System, Inc. AL0000413 17,466 Surface water

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Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for East Cullman Water System (AL0000402) on EPA.gov.

4 of the top compounds applied across the surrounding county in USGS pesticide-use estimates appear on EPA drinking-water monitoring lists. See the agricultural pesticide-use section.

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PFAS Contamination Detected

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been reported in samples from water systems associated with ZIP code 35058.

Detected compounds: PFBA.

Highest measured level: 0.0054 µg/L

Reverse osmosis (RO) and activated carbon block filters can reduce PFAS at the tap. Certifications list the compounds covered: an NSF/ANSI 53 or 58 claim for PFOA/PFOS does not cover every PFAS, so check that the product lists the compounds detected here.

📊 EPA UCMR5 · View source →
Environmental Hazards (10) HIGH
Home & Infrastructure (6) MODERATE
Cost & Community (9) HIGH

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Protect Your Home in Cullman

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Gutter Installation & Repair

The median home in 35058 was built around 1986. Aging gutters can cause foundation damage, basement flooding, and mold - a professional assessment can prevent costly repairs.

Typical cost: Gutter installation: typically $1,000–$2,500 for a standard home

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the tap water in 35058 safe to drink?

EPA SDWIS records 13 violations since 2021 across the water systems mapped to ZIP 35058 (primary system: East Cullman Water System), including 0 health-based. The violation table above shows which system each record belongs to. ZipCheckup last updated this page in July 2026. The federal source release date is unavailable, so that month is not presented as source currency.

Where does 35058's water come from?

The recorded water source for East Cullman Water System, a system mapped to ZIP code 35058, is Surface water. This system serves approximately 13,284 people.

How can I get my water tested in Cullman?

If East Cullman Water System supplies your home, contact it for its Consumer Confidence Report; otherwise contact the water utility that serves your address, or hire a certified lab for independent home water testing. The EPA recommends annual testing if you use a private well.

Is lead a concern in 35058 tap water?

The Lead and Copper Rule record selected for 35058 reports a 90th-percentile lead result of 0.000906 mg/L for a water system mapped to this ZIP (record date 2024-12-31). The EPA action level is 0.015 mg/L. This result is below the EPA action level; it does not show the lead level in each home.

What is the radon risk for 35058?

35058 is mapped to a county in EPA Radon Zone 2 (moderate county-level radon potential; EPA recommends testing every home), located in Cullman County. EPA radon zones range from Zone 1 (highest county-level potential) to Zone 3 (lowest). Testing your home is recommended regardless of zone.

Are there PFAS (forever chemicals) in 35058's water?

Yes, PFAS have been detected in samples from water systems mapped to 35058. Reverse osmosis and activated carbon filters certified to NSF/ANSI 53 or 58 specifically for PFOA/PFOS reduction can reduce PFAS.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (2026). Cullman, AL (35058): PFAS Detected in Mapped Water Systems. https://zipcheckup.com/report/35058/
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Page version: October 2026.

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