Health Violations Found AL 1 HEALTH VIOLATION

Coffeeville Water Works, Town of

EPA ID: AL0000252 · 2,730 people served · 3 ZIP codes

Federal water data for Coffeeville Water Works, Town of logs 2 historical violations — all addressed and cleared, leaving the utility in current compliance for 2,730 people.

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

B · 72
Avg Safety Score
2,730
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
2
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.011 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
2
Contaminants Flagged
$99K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

Stable · Risk tier: High · 89% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 3 (2022) to 2 (2024). Violation counts have remained relatively steady.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Coffeeville Water Works, Town of Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$38,644
Median Household Income
2,216
Service Area Population
100%
Disadvantaged Population
80th
Poverty Percentile
77th
Energy Burden Percentile
57%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Coffeeville Water Works, Town of serves a community with a median household income of $38,644 and an estimated 2,216 residents across its service area. Approximately 57% 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

Coffeeville Water Works, Town of'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
27th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
17th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 2% of homes in Clarke 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
Copper
Pipe Material
24 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 66% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Coffeeville Water Works, Town of compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

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

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

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 1 detection recorded.

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

B 3 violations
0 violations
C 1 violation
City of Sulligent
2,643 people
C 1 violation
Brookside Water Works
2,640 people
C 0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $600
PFAS Treatment $250
Water Filtration $150
Total Estimated Cost $1,000

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.)

PFAS Exposure — Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,665
10 years
$5,330
20 years
$10,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,000 (one-time) vs. $5,330 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

Coffeeville Water Works, Town of (EPA ID: AL0000252) is a community water system in Alabama that serves approximately 2,730 people from groundwater sources.

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

Average Home Safety Score: B (72/100)

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. All violations have been resolved.

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Total Coliform Microbiological 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
36524 0.011 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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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: 1 ZIP code 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 Coffeeville Water Works, Town of (AL0000252) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Coffeeville Water Works, Town of water safe to drink?

Coffeeville Water Works, Town of 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 Coffeeville Water Works, Town of serve?

Coffeeville Water Works, Town of serves approximately 2,730 people across 3 ZIP codes in Alabama.

Where does Coffeeville Water Works, Town of 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
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
1,033
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 2022-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 2,730
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 Coffeeville Water Works, Town of safe to drink?
Coffeeville Water Works, Town of earns a B safety grade with 2 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
What contaminants are in Coffeeville Water Works, Town of's water?
Detected contaminants include Total Coliform, 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 2 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 Coffeeville Water Works, Town of serve?
Coffeeville Water Works, Town of serves approximately 2,730 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Coffeeville Water Works, Town of's water source?
Coffeeville Water Works, Town of draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Coffeeville Water Works, Town of's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.011 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Coffeeville Water Works, Town of's service area?
The Coffeeville Water Works, Town of service area has a median household income of $38,644. EPA EJScreen data classifies 100% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Coffeeville Water Works, Town of get its water?
Coffeeville Water Works, Town of'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

Contact your utility

Coffeeville Water Works, Town of (EPA ID: AL0000252) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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