Water System Report AL

Marbury Water System, Inc.

EPA ID: AL0000013 · 8,670 people served · 6 ZIP codes

Federal monitoring records confirm Marbury Water System, Inc. has operated without any EPA violations for the full five-year window — covering every contaminant category and reporting cycle across a service area of approximately 8,670 residents, with no gaps in the compliance record.

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02

B · 73
Avg Safety Score
8,670
People Served
6
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.005 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged
$176K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Marbury Water System, Inc. Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$62,911
Median Household Income
87,457
Service Area Population
20%
Disadvantaged Population
53th
Poverty Percentile
58th
Energy Burden Percentile
39%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Marbury Water System, Inc. serves a community with a median household income of $62,911 and an estimated 87,457 residents across its service area.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Marbury Water System, Inc.'s water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
42th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
42th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Elmore County, Alabama rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Infrastructure Risk

38 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
32 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 54% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 35 detections recorded. 10 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS). 10 exceed state limits.

State limits: PFOA: 0.004 ppt, PFOS: 0.004 ppt
Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter →

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Alabama

Arley, Town of
8,673 people
B 1 violation
C 1 violation
B 2 violations
0 violations
C 0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,217
PFAS Treatment $500
Radon Mitigation $400
Water Filtration $50
Total Estimated Cost $2,167

Based on national averages for common remediation projects. Actual costs vary by property. Only issues flagged by EPA, FEMA, or state data for each ZIP code are included.

Cost of Inaction

If water quality issues in this service area are not addressed, the estimated financial impact per household is:

PFAS Exposure — Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,167 (one-time) vs. $330 in estimated inaction costs over 10 years.

Estimates based on published EPA, CDC, and peer-reviewed research. Individual costs vary by household size, property, and health factors. These are conservative lower-bound estimates intended for awareness, not financial advice.

System Overview

Marbury Water System, Inc. (EPA ID: AL0000013) is a community water system in Alabama that serves approximately 8,670 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 6 ZIP codes across 5 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: B (73/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
36051 0.005 mg/L No N/A

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: 5 ZIP codes confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 1 additional ZIP inferred from SDWIS registry data. The EPA-confirmed set is the most reliable; SDWIS-inferred entries may be narrower than the real deployment area.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Marbury Water System, Inc. (AL0000013) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marbury Water System, Inc. water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Marbury Water System, Inc. has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Marbury Water System, Inc. serve?

Marbury Water System, Inc. serves approximately 8,670 people across 6 ZIP codes in Alabama.

Where does Marbury Water System, Inc. get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Contact Your Water Utility

Public-record contact information for the water utility serving this system. Use these channels to request water quality reports, ask about service, or report issues directly.

Address
3056 Hwy 143, Marbury, AL

Contact information from Marbury Water System, Inc. Consumer Confidence Report.

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with this water utility, does not act as its agent, and does not provide customer support for it. Contact details shown are public-record information from CCR filings. For service issues, contact the utility directly using the information above.

Water Source & Treatment

Where this water originates and how it's treated before reaching your tap.

Source
Blended (groundwater + surface water)
Combines water from both groundwater and surface sources.
Disinfectant used
Chlorine
Treatment chemicals reported
ChlorineAqua Mag

Source: Marbury Water System, Inc. Consumer Confidence Report.

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with this water utility. Treatment and source data are sourced from the utility's published CCR filings.

Treatment regime

How this utility classifies its treatment process and what each reported treatment chemical does.

Treatment classification
Multi-stage
Multiple treatment stages — typically coagulation, filtration, and disinfection. Common for surface-water systems requiring removal of particulates, microorganisms, and dissolved organic compounds before disinfection.

Treatment chemicals and what each one does

Chemical names are reported verbatim by the utility. Purpose categories are ZipCheckup annotations based on standard drinking-water treatment practice.

Disinfectant
Inactivates bacteria, viruses, and parasites in the treated water.
Chlorine
Other reported chemicals
Reported by the utility but not in our annotation dictionary.
Aqua Mag

Treatment classification and chemical list sourced from Marbury Water System, Inc. Consumer Confidence Report.

Treatment intensity is a ZipCheckup-derived classification based on the chemicals and processes the utility reports. Chemicals and contamination sources are taken verbatim from the utility's CCR filing. Routine federal monitoring and contaminant testing shown elsewhere on this page determine whether the water meets safety standards, not the treatment classification.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Above Current MCL

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). One or more PFAS compounds were measured above the current state-enforceable MCL.

Samples collected
174
Detections
28
Latest sample
10/3/2023
Highest analyte
PFBS: 73 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
PFOS 20.2 ppt 10 ppt Above current MCL
PFOA 16.1 ppt 10 ppt Above current MCL
PFBS 73 ppt
PFPeA 32 ppt
PFHxA 19 ppt
PFBA 13 ppt

Current MCL reflects the lowest state-enforceable limit (NYS 10 ppt for PFOA/PFOS, effective August 2020). The federal final MCL of 4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS (EPA April 2024 rule) is not enforceable until April 2029. Detections above 4 ppt but below 10 ppt are below current MCL but above the future federal limit.

Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) — per-system federal sampling, 2023–2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program →

Understand PFAS health context and filtration →

Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

0
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
418
Unknown Material
3,085
Confirmed Non-Lead

This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.

Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.

Federal Regulatory Status · 2026Q1
LCRR inventory submission: Reported all required service line types
Latest tap sample on 2023-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 8,670
Reported to Alabama

Source: EPA SDWIS Federal Service Line Inventory (Phase 2) · Submitted 2026

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with the utility or state agency. Inventory figures render verbatim from the public LCRI submission cited above; ZipCheckup does not perform inspections or replacements.

Learn about lead in drinking water →

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Marbury Water System, Inc. safe to drink?
Marbury Water System, Inc. earns a B safety grade with 0 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
Should I use a water filter?
Marbury Water System, Inc. meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Marbury Water System, Inc. serve?
Marbury Water System, Inc. serves approximately 8,670 people with drinking water across 6 ZIP codes.
What is Marbury Water System, Inc.'s water source?
Marbury Water System, Inc. draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Marbury Water System, Inc.'s water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.005 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Marbury Water System, Inc.'s service area?
The Marbury Water System, Inc. service area has a median household income of $62,911. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Marbury Water System, Inc. get its water?
Marbury Water System, Inc.'s water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.
Home Water Systems Alabama Marbury Water System, Inc.

Get safety alerts for Marbury Water System, Inc., Alabama

Free updates when EPA data changes for this area. No spam.

Unsubscribe anytime. Privacy Policy.

Share This Page

X Facebook
Check your water filter options Free tool — no phone call required.