ZipCheckup grade for 36509: A.

Checked records flag no major concern; missing data is unknown.

Water Quality Report
A 98

Bayou La Batre, AL (36509): 7 Violations Recorded for Mapped Water Systems - 98/100

EPA data combined for 2 water systems mapped to this ZIP (largest mapped system: Bayou La Batre Utilities)

PFAS Detected NFIP Claim History

EPA records for the water systems mapped to 36509 in Bayou La Batre, AL contain 7 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
A 98/100
Water Quality Concerns 7 non-health-based violation records in EPA data
Lead Risk Below action level 0.0012 mg/L, 90th percentile, sample period ending 2025-12-31
NFIP Claim History Claim records 647 claims
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 7 violations (non-health) (since 2021).
  • Lead The reported 90th-percentile lead result of 0.0012 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 3 - county-level radon potential, not evidence of a low home result.
  • Flood 647 cumulative NFIP claim records. This historical count is not a current property-risk verdict.
Contaminant Summary
Violations on record (not health-based)
7 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
A
ZIP-level Home Safety model score: 98 / 100
Home Safety Score higher than 89% of ZIP codes nationwide
2
Water Systems
8,100
People Served
0
Health Violations (since 2021)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0012 mg/L
Reported Lead Result
Zone 3
County Radon Potential · Low
$84K
Median Home Value43% below state median ($148K)

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Score Breakdown

Overall Home Safety Score: 98/100

This is the published model score. Component and domain values are shown independently; they are not added together on this page.

Canonical components

EPA water compliance
90/100
Observed
PFAS MCL screen
100/100
Observed
EPA radon zone
100/100
Observed
Annual EPA AirData AQI
100/100
Observed

Required domains

Drinking water
95/100
Indoor environment
100/100
Outdoor environment
100/100

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

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

Safety & Health (6) HIGH

Your Water System

ZIP code 36509 in Bayou La Batre, Alabama is mapped to the water system Bayou La Batre Utilities (EPA ID: AL0000957). This system provides water to approximately 8,100 people from groundwater sources.

There are 2 community water systems serving this area.

Lead & Copper in Your Water

The EPA requires water systems to monitor lead and copper levels under the Lead and Copper Rule.

Metal Measured Level EPA Action Level Status Sample Date or Period
Copper Action-level exceedance on record 1.3 mg/L Exceeds action level Not present in ZipCheckup accepted source data
How to read the copper row. EPA's reporting schema defines the copper CU90 code as an action-level exceedance (a system's 90th-percentile copper above the 1.3 mg/L action level), so this row reflects an exceedance on record, not a routine measurement. No copper concentration is shown because no verified unit is available for this value. A system with no copper record has not been shown to be clean: the absence of a recorded exceedance is not a measurement.

Water Systems Serving This Area

System Name EPA ID Population Source
Bayou La Batre Utilities AL0000957 8,100 Groundwater
St. Elmo-irvington Water Authority AL0001031 10,284 Groundwater

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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 Bayou La Batre Utilities (AL0000957) 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 36509.

Detected compounds: 6:2 FTS.

Highest measured level: 0.0074 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.

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Environmental Hazards (11) HIGH
Home & Infrastructure (6) OK
Cost & Community (9) HIGH

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Protect Your Home in Bayou La Batre

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Home & Flood Insurance

The ZIP code for this report in Bayou La Batre has 647 FEMA flood claims on record. Standard homeowner policies don't cover flood damage - make sure you're protected.

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Gutter Installation & Repair

The median home in 36509 was built around 1976. 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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Window Replacement

The median build year of homes in Bayou La Batre is 1976; check the age and condition of your own windows. ENERGY STAR windows can save $101–$583/year on energy bills.

Typical cost: Window replacement: typically $300–$800 per window installed

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Roofing Inspection & Repair

Homes built around 1976 may be on their second or third roof. A professional inspection can catch damage before leaks start.

Typical cost: Roof inspection: typically $75–$300; repairs $300–$1,500

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the tap water in 36509 safe to drink?

EPA SDWIS records 7 violations since 2021 across the water systems mapped to ZIP 36509 (primary system: Bayou La Batre Utilities), 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 36509's water come from?

The recorded water source for Bayou La Batre Utilities, a system mapped to ZIP code 36509, is Groundwater. This system serves approximately 8,100 people.

How does Bayou La Batre water compare to the national average?

Bayou La Batre's Home Safety Score ranks better than 89% of U.S. ZIP codes, and at or above 93% within Alabama.

How can I get my water tested in Bayou La Batre?

If Bayou La Batre Utilities 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 36509 tap water?

The Lead and Copper Rule record selected for 36509 reports a 90th-percentile lead result of 0.0012 mg/L for a water system mapped to this ZIP (record date 2025-12-31). 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 36509?

36509 is mapped to a county in EPA Radon Zone 3 (low county-level radon potential; EPA recommends testing every home), located in Mobile 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 36509's water?

Yes, PFAS have been detected in samples from water systems mapped to 36509. Reverse osmosis and activated carbon filters certified to NSF/ANSI 53 or 58 specifically for PFOA/PFOS reduction can reduce PFAS.

What does the NFIP claim history show for ZIP 36509?

FEMA records contain 647 flood insurance claims filed in ZIP code 36509; the recorded rated-zone value (the most frequent one if there are several claims) is AE, which is claims evidence and may differ from the current FEMA map zone for a property. This is a substantial claim history, but claim count is not a count of distinct events or properties. Review FEMA's map for the specific property.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (2026). Bayou La Batre, AL (36509): 7 Violations Recorded for Mapped Water Systems - 98/100. https://zipcheckup.com/report/36509/
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Page version: October 2026.

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ZIP 36509 scores in the top tier nationally.

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