Monitoring Violations AL

Hollins Water Authority

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EPA ID: AL0000245 · 1,269 people served · 1 ZIP code

Over the tracked period, Hollins Water Authority logged 4 EPA violations — each has been remedied, and the system now supplies 1,269 people in good standing.

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

C · 64

Avg Safety Score

1,269

People Served

ZIP Code Served

Violations (5yr)

Surface Water

Water Source

0.00024 mg/L

Max Lead Level

Zone 1

Radon Risk · High

Contaminants Flagged

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Hollins Water Authority Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade C

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Hollins Water Authority'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

30th

Wastewater Discharge Proximity

20th

Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Clay 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

46 yr

Avg Pipe Age

Unknown

Pipe Material

19 yr

Est. Remaining Life

Stable

Decay Status

Installed 71% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Hollins Water Authority compares to EPA limits

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 4 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 4 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.08 mg/L. Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

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

Ariton Water Works Board (town Of)

1,263 people

A 5 violations

Banks Water System

1,260 people

A 1 violation

Ray Water Authority

1,257 people

0 violations

Park City Water Authority, Inc.

1,281 people

0 violations

Lagrange Mountain Water Authority

1,242 people

C 6 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation

Radon Mitigation $1,200

Total Estimated Cost $1,200

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 $500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years

$2,500

10 years

$5,000

20 years

$10,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,200 (one-time) vs. $5,000 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

Hollins Water Authority (EPA ID: AL0000245) is a community water system in Alabama that serves approximately 1,269 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 35082 in Hollins.

Average Home Safety Score: C (64/100)

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

Violation History

4 monitoring/reporting violations recorded. These are procedural violations (missed tests or late reports), not necessarily water safety issues.

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	4	No

Lead & Copper

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

ZIP Code	Lead Level	Exceeds Limit	Sample Date
35082	0.00024 mg/L	No	N/A

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 1 (High Risk)

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

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ZIP Codes Served

35082 — Hollins

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Hollins Water Authority (AL0000245) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hollins Water Authority water safe to drink?

Hollins Water Authority has only monitoring/reporting violations, which are procedural in nature. The system meets federal health-based standards.

How many people does Hollins Water Authority serve?

Hollins Water Authority serves approximately 1,269 people across 1 ZIP code in Alabama.

Where does Hollins Water Authority get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Lead Service Line Inventory

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

Confirmed Lead

Galvanized — Replacement Required

Unknown Material

485

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 2021-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.

Population served: 1,269

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 Hollins Water Authority safe to drink? ▼

Hollins Water Authority has a C safety grade based on 4 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.

What contaminants are in Hollins Water Authority's water? ▼

Detected contaminants include Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM). Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.

Should I use a water filter? ▼

Given 1 contaminant 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 Hollins Water Authority serve? ▼

Hollins Water Authority serves approximately 1,269 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.

What is Hollins Water Authority's water source? ▼

Hollins Water Authority draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.

Is there lead in Hollins Water Authority's water? ▼

The maximum detected lead level is 0.00024 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.

Where does Hollins Water Authority get its water? ▼

What You Can Do

Test your water

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Check your specific ZIP code

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Contact your utility

Hollins Water Authority (EPA ID: AL0000245) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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