Historical Compliance Records AL

Midland City Water Department

EPA ID: AL0000438 ยท 3,300 people served ยท 3 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Midland City Water Department (AL0000438): 22 EPA violations in the last five years. While 22 violations did appear in Midland City Water Department's five-year monitoring record, none remain unresolved - the utility has returned to full compliance and continues to serve approximately 3,300 residents under all current EPA drinking water standards.

Data: EPA SDWIS

3,300
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
22
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0015 mg/L
Max Lead Level
22
Contaminants Flagged
$176K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Midland City Water Department Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$55,179
Median Household Income
46,901
Service Area Population
67%
Disadvantaged Population
67th
Poverty Percentile
67th
Energy Burden Percentile
55%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Midland City Water Department serves a community with a median household income of $55,179 and an estimated 46,901 residents across its service area. Approximately 55% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 67% 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.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Midland City Water Department'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
33th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
47th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

40 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
30 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 57% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Midland City Water Department compares to EPA limits

PFOA 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.000004 mg/L
PFNA 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.00001 mg/L
Chlorodibromomethane 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.002 mg/L
Liver cancer, brain cancer (known carcinogen)
Bromate 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.01 mg/L
Monochloroacetic Acid 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.06 mg/L

What This Means For You

PFOA at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.000004 mg/L.

PFNA at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.00001 mg/L.

Chlorodibromomethane at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.002 mg/L. Liver cancer, brain cancer (known carcinogen). Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Bromate at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.01 mg/L.

Monochloroacetic Acid at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 3 detections 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 โ†’

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

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,833
PFAS Treatment $500
Total Estimated Cost $2,333

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 $1,500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$7,665
10 years
$15,330
20 years
$30,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,333 (one-time) vs. $15,330 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

Midland City Water Department (EPA ID: AL0000438) is a community water system in Alabama that serves approximately 3,300 people from groundwater sources.

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

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 22 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 1 resolved, 21 archived, 0 addressed, and 0 unaddressed. Under this source contract, current noncompliance is the sum of addressed and unaddressed records. Archived and resolved records are excluded from current noncompliance.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
April 1, 2025 PFOA Non-health-based Archived
April 1, 2025 PFNA Non-health-based Archived
April 1, 2025 Monochloroacetic Acid Non-health-based Archived
April 1, 2025 Dichloroacetic Acid Non-health-based Archived
April 1, 2025 Bromodichloromethane Non-health-based Archived
April 1, 2025 Dibromochloromethane Non-health-based Archived
April 1, 2025 Bromoform Non-health-based Archived
April 1, 2025 Chlorodibromomethane Non-health-based Archived
April 1, 2025 Trichloroacetic Acid Non-health-based Archived
April 1, 2025 Monobromoacetic Acid Non-health-based Archived
April 1, 2025 Dibromoacetic Acid Non-health-based Archived
April 1, 2025 Bromochloroacetic Acid Non-health-based Archived
April 1, 2025 Bromodichloroacetic Acid Non-health-based Archived
April 1, 2025 Chlorodibromoacetic Acid Non-health-based Archived
April 1, 2025 Tribromoacetic Acid Non-health-based Archived
April 1, 2025 HAA6Br Non-health-based Archived
April 1, 2025 HAA9 Non-health-based Archived
April 1, 2025 Bromate Non-health-based Archived
April 1, 2025 Chlorate Non-health-based Archived
April 1, 2025 Chloramine Non-health-based Archived

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
PFOA PFAS 1 No
PFNA PFAS 1 No
Monochloroacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Dichloroacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Bromodichloromethane Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Dibromochloromethane Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Bromoform Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Chlorodibromomethane Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Trichloroacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Monobromoacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Dibromoacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Bromochloroacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Bromodichloroacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Chlorodibromoacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Tribromoacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0015 mg/L No N/A

No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.

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ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: Service area ZIP codes sourced from EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 (March 2026 release). These ZIPs reflect the actual deployment footprint recorded by AL or modeled from parcel and building-footprint data.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Midland City Water Department (AL0000438) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Midland City Water Department water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Midland City Water Department; its 22 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Midland City Water Department serve?

Midland City Water Department serves approximately 3,300 people across 3 ZIP codes in Alabama.

Where does Midland City Water Department get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Midland City Water Department's water?
Detected contaminants include PFOA, PFNA, Chlorodibromomethane, Bromate. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 5 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 Midland City Water Department serve?
Midland City Water Department serves approximately 3,300 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Midland City Water Department's water source?
Midland City Water Department draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Midland City Water Department's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0015 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Midland City Water Department's service area?
The Midland City Water Department service area has a median household income of $55,179. EPA EJScreen data classifies 67% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Midland City Water Department get its water?
Midland City Water Department'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 the exported violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is classified as elevated.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Midland City Water Department (AL): 22 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/al0000438/
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What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

Contact your utility

Midland City Water Department (EPA ID: AL0000438) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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