Health Violations Found AL 1 HEALTH VIOLATION

City of Georgiana, the Ww&sb of the

EPA ID: AL0000123 · 2,889 people served · 3 ZIP codes

Pulled from the federal compliance ledger, 2 violations at City of Georgiana, the Ww&sb of the remain without resolution — the utility delivers drinking water to roughly 2,889 residents.

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

B · 75
Avg Safety Score
2,889
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
5
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.00084 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
4
Contaminants Flagged
$91K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for City of Georgiana, the Ww&sb of the Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$52,375
Median Household Income
5,541
Service Area Population
100%
Disadvantaged Population
80th
Poverty Percentile
90th
Energy Burden Percentile
67%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Georgiana, the Ww&sb of the serves a community with a median household income of $52,375 and an estimated 5,541 residents across its service area. Approximately 67% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 100% of the population in this service area is classified as disadvantaged under EPA's EJScreen criteria. Communities with higher disadvantaged populations often face disproportionate environmental and health burdens, including aging water infrastructure and limited resources for remediation.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

City of Georgiana, the Ww&sb of the's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
50th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
10th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 2% of homes in Butler 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

55 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
16 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 77% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How City of Georgiana, the Ww&sb of the compares to EPA limits

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 2 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.08 mg/L
Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns

What This Means For You

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.08 mg/L. Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Total Coliform at 1 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

Lead and Copper Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.

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Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Alabama

B 6 violations
C 4 violations
Hayneville (town Of)
2,868 people
0 violations
D 0 violations
Notasulga Water System
2,850 people
B 0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,200
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $1,500

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:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $1,000

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$5,000
10 years
$10,000
20 years
$20,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,500 (one-time) vs. $10,000 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

GEORGIANA, THE WW&SB OF THE CITY OF (EPA ID: AL0000123) is a community water system in Alabama that serves approximately 2,889 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: B (75/100)

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

Violation History

1 health-based violation recorded in the past 5 years. 2 remain unresolved.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
August 19, 2025 Total Coliform Monitoring Unresolved
January 1, 2025 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Monitoring Unresolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 2 No
Total Coliform Microbiological 1 No
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 1 No
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 1 Yes

Lead & Copper

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

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
36033 0.00084 mg/L No N/A

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 3 (Low Risk)

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ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: 2 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 City of Georgiana, the Ww&sb of the (AL0000123) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Georgiana, the Ww&sb of the water safe to drink?

City of Georgiana, the Ww&sb of the has recorded 1 health-based violation in the past 5 years. While the system is required to treat water to meet federal standards, you may want to consider additional precautions such as a certified water filter.

How many people does City of Georgiana, the Ww&sb of the serve?

City of Georgiana, the Ww&sb of the serves approximately 2,889 people across 3 ZIP codes in Alabama.

Where does City of Georgiana, the Ww&sb of the get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Lead Service Line Inventory

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

0
Confirmed Lead
13
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
1,111
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 2021-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 2,889
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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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from City of Georgiana, the Ww&sb of the safe to drink?
City of Georgiana, the Ww&sb of the earns a B safety grade with 5 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
What contaminants are in City of Georgiana, the Ww&sb of the's water?
Detected contaminants include Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM), Total Coliform, Lead and Copper Rule, Consumer Confidence Report Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 4 contaminants above EPA limits, a certified water filter can provide an extra layer of protection. The best type depends on specific contaminants in your water.
How many people does City of Georgiana, the Ww&sb of the serve?
City of Georgiana, the Ww&sb of the serves approximately 2,889 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is City of Georgiana, the Ww&sb of the's water source?
City of Georgiana, the Ww&sb of the draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in City of Georgiana, the Ww&sb of the's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00084 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of City of Georgiana, the Ww&sb of the's service area?
The City of Georgiana, the Ww&sb of the service area has a median household income of $52,375. EPA EJScreen data classifies 100% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does City of Georgiana, the Ww&sb of the get its water?
City of Georgiana, the Ww&sb of the's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table. Based on violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is currently elevated.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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City of Georgiana, the Ww&sb of the (EPA ID: AL0000123) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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