Water System Report AL

City of Wetumpka, the Ww & Sb of the

EPA ID: AL0000551 · 10,137 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Federal monitoring records confirm City of Wetumpka, the Ww & Sb of the has operated without any EPA violations for the full five-year window — covering every contaminant category and reporting cycle across a service area of approximately 10,137 residents, with no gaps in the compliance record.

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

10,137
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$240K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$98,828
Median Household Income
32,869
Service Area Population
13%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
30%
Pre-1986 Housing

The City of Wetumpka, the Ww & Sb of the serves a community with a median household income of $98,828 and an estimated 32,869 residents across its service area.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

City of Wetumpka, the Ww & Sb 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
70th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
40th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Elmore County, Alabama rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points. Surface water sources near wastewater outfalls may face additional treatment challenges.

Infrastructure Risk

25 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
43 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 37% 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. 7 detections recorded. 2 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS). 2 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.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter →

Comparable Water Systems

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10,104 people
B 0 violations
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A 1 violation
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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,200
Radon Mitigation $400
PFAS Treatment $300
Total Estimated Cost $1,900

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 $1,900 (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

City of Wetumpka, the Ww & Sb of the (EPA ID: AL0000551) is a community water system in Alabama that serves approximately 10,137 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 1 community.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

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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: 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 City of Wetumpka, the Ww & Sb of the (AL0000551) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City of Wetumpka, the Ww & Sb of the water safe to drink?

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

How many people does City of Wetumpka, the Ww & Sb of the serve?

City of Wetumpka, the Ww & Sb of the serves approximately 10,137 people across 2 ZIP codes in Alabama.

Where does City of Wetumpka, the Ww & Sb 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
348
Detections
30
Latest sample
10/10/2024
Highest analyte
PFBS: 82 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
PFOS 29 ppt 10 ppt Above current MCL
PFOA 19 ppt 10 ppt Above current MCL
PFBS 82 ppt
PFPeA 30 ppt
PFHxA 19 ppt
PFBA 9.3 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
591
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
3,286
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: 10,137
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

Should I use a water filter?
City of Wetumpka, the Ww & Sb 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 Wetumpka, the Ww & Sb of the serve?
City of Wetumpka, the Ww & Sb of the serves approximately 10,137 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is City of Wetumpka, the Ww & Sb of the's water source?
City of Wetumpka, the Ww & Sb of the draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of City of Wetumpka, the Ww & Sb of the's service area?
The City of Wetumpka, the Ww & Sb of the service area has a median household income of $98,828. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does City of Wetumpka, the Ww & Sb of the get its water?
City of Wetumpka, the Ww & Sb 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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