Water System Report AL

City of Prattville, the Ww Board of the

EPA ID: AL0000017 · 46,614 people served · 6 ZIP codes

Even as other utilities in the region logged violations, City of Prattville, the Ww Board of the kept a clean EPA record — five years, no issues, 46,614 people served.

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

B · 73
Avg Safety Score
46,614
People Served
6
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.00352 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged
$201K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for City of Prattville, the Ww Board of the Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$72,601
Median Household Income
80,851
Service Area Population
10%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
53th
Energy Burden Percentile
34%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Prattville, the Ww Board of the serves a community with a median household income of $72,601 and an estimated 80,851 residents across its service area.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

City of Prattville, the Ww Board of the'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
37th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
47th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Autauga 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
31 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 55% 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.
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Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Alabama

C 4 violations
B 0 violations
Enterprise Water Works
48,000 people
A 3 violations
B 6 violations
B 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 $1,017
PFAS Treatment $500
Radon Mitigation $400
Water Filtration $50
Total Estimated Cost $1,967

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 $1,967 (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

PRATTVILLE, THE WW BOARD OF THE CITY OF (EPA ID: AL0000017) is a community water system in Alabama that serves approximately 46,614 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 6 ZIP codes across 4 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
36066 0.00352 mg/L No N/A
36067 0.00352 mg/L No N/A
36068 0.00352 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.

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

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

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: 4 ZIP codes confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 2 additional ZIPs 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 City of Prattville, the Ww Board of the (AL0000017) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Prattville, the Ww Board of the water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, City of Prattville, the Ww Board of the has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does City of Prattville, the Ww Board of the serve?

City of Prattville, the Ww Board of the serves approximately 46,614 people across 6 ZIP codes in Alabama.

Where does City of Prattville, the Ww Board of the get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

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
783
Detections
35
Latest sample
2/10/2025
Highest analyte
PFBS: 88.3 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
PFOS 22.8 ppt 10 ppt Above current MCL
PFOA 19.2 ppt 10 ppt Above current MCL
PFBS 88.3 ppt
PFPeA 32.8 ppt
PFHxA 21.6 ppt
PFBA 14.7 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 →

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Lead Service Line Inventory

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

0
Confirmed Lead
284
Galvanized — Replacement Required
33
Unknown Material
17,701
Confirmed Non-Lead

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: 46,614
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.

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How Water Systems Appear in Rankings

Water systems are evaluated by violation history, contaminant detections, and service population. Larger systems with more service connections appear in more rankings.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from City of Prattville, the Ww Board of the safe to drink?
City of Prattville, the Ww Board of the 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?
City of Prattville, the Ww Board of the meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does City of Prattville, the Ww Board of the serve?
City of Prattville, the Ww Board of the serves approximately 46,614 people with drinking water across 6 ZIP codes.
What is City of Prattville, the Ww Board of the's water source?
City of Prattville, the Ww Board of the draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in City of Prattville, the Ww Board of the's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00352 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of City of Prattville, the Ww Board of the's service area?
The City of Prattville, the Ww Board of the service area has a median household income of $72,601. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does City of Prattville, the Ww Board of the get its water?
City of Prattville, the Ww Board of the'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.
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