Water Quality Report

Ragland, AL (35131) Home Safety Report

EPA data combined for 4 water systems mapped to this ZIP (largest mapped system: Wattsville Water Authority)

PFAS Detected

EPA records for the water systems mapped to 35131 in Ragland, AL contain zero recorded violations for inclusive record years 2021 through 2026. This does not establish that every category was monitored or published, and it does not cover events outside that source window.

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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Water records and current conditions
Current EPA violation data unavailable
Safety Score N/A
Water Quality PFAS above MCL
Lead Risk Below action level 0.001 mg/L, 90th percentile, sample period ending 2023-12-31
NFIP Claim History N/A
Data confidence: High (direct measurement) Medium (sampled / sub-geography) Low (modeled / inferred) Methodology →

At a Glance

  • Water No drinking-water violations in EPA records since 2021.
  • Lead The reported 90th-percentile lead result of 0.001 mg/L is below the EPA action level for water systems; EPA's health goal for lead is zero.
  • PFAS At least one PFAS result is above an EPA MCL value (UCMR5 sampling; MCL compliance required from 2029).
  • Radon EPA Zone 2 - county-level radon potential, not a home measurement.
Contaminant Summary
PFAS Detected
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
4
Water Systems
5,097
People Served
0
Health Violations (since 2021)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.001 mg/L
Reported Lead ResultBelow the national median of system results
Zone 2
County Radon Potential · Moderate
$96K
Median Home Value35% below 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
100/100
Observed
PFAS MCL screen
100/100
Observed
EPA radon zone
50/100
Observed
Annual EPA AirData AQI
Unknown
Evidence missing

Required domains

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

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

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Safety & Health (7) HIGH

Your Water System

ZIP code 35131 in Ragland, Alabama is mapped to the water system Wattsville Water Authority (EPA ID: AL0001216). This system provides water to approximately 5,097 people from groundwater sources.

There are 4 community water systems serving this area.

Water Systems Serving This Area

System Name EPA ID Population Source
Wattsville Water Authority AL0001216 5,097 Groundwater
Ragland, the Wwb of the Town of AL0001208 3,243 Groundwater
City of Riverside, AL0001209 3,864 Groundwater
City of Pell City, AL0001204 17,586 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 Wattsville Water Authority (AL0001216) on EPA.gov.

3 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 35131. One or more compound results are above the level of a federal PFAS MCL with compliance required from 2029.

Detected compounds: PFBS, PFPeA, PFHxA, PFBA, PFOA, PFHpA, PFOS.

Highest measured level: 0.094 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) MODERATE
Home & Infrastructure (6) OK
Cost & Community (9) HIGH

CPSC product recall notices

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Protect Your Home in Ragland

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Gutter Installation & Repair

The median home in 35131 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 35131 safe to drink?

EPA SDWIS records 0 violations since 2021 across the water systems mapped to ZIP 35131 (primary system: Wattsville Water Authority), 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 35131's water come from?

The recorded water source for Wattsville Water Authority, a system mapped to ZIP code 35131, is Groundwater. This system serves approximately 5,097 people.

How can I get my water tested in Ragland?

If Wattsville Water Authority 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 35131 tap water?

The Lead and Copper Rule record selected for 35131 reports a 90th-percentile lead result of 0.001 mg/L for a water system mapped to this ZIP (record date 2023-12-31). 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 35131?

35131 is mapped to a county in EPA Radon Zone 2 (moderate county-level radon potential; EPA recommends testing every home), located in St. Clair 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 35131's water?

Yes, PFAS have been detected in samples from water systems mapped to 35131. One or more PFAS results are above the level of a federal PFAS MCL with compliance required from 2029. 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). Ragland, AL (35131) Home Safety Report. https://zipcheckup.com/report/35131/
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Page version: October 2026.

Nearby ZIP Code Reports

Water quality comparison for ZIP codes near 35131

ZIP Code City, State Distance Grade Violations
35182 Wattsville, AL 5.8 mi N/A 0
36271 Ohatchee, AL 8.4 mi N/A 1
35135 Riverside, AL 8.6 mi N/A 0
35953 Ashville, AL 8.8 mi N/A 2
35096 Lincoln, AL 9.5 mi N/A 4
35907 Gadsden, AL 13.6 mi C 1
35906 Rainbow City, AL 14.1 mi C 25
35125 Pell City, AL 14.2 mi N/A 6
35128 Pell City, AL 14.4 mi N/A 4
35987 Steele, AL 14.7 mi N/A 8

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