Water System Report AL

West Lauderdale Company Water & Fpa

EPA ID: AL0000794 · 15,681 people served · 6 ZIP codes

Zero violations in five consecutive years of EPA monitoring — West Lauderdale Company Water & Fpa has held a clean track record across every reporting cycle in that span, with no enforcement activity of any kind on file for the full service population of 15,681 residents.

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

D · 53
Avg Safety Score
15,681
People Served
6
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$184K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for West Lauderdale Company Water & Fpa Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade D

Service Area Demographics

$57,179
Median Household Income
67,257
Service Area Population
41%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
58%
Pre-1986 Housing

The West Lauderdale Company Water & Fpa serves a community with a median household income of $57,179 and an estimated 67,257 residents across its service area. Approximately 58% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 41% 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?

Surface Water

West Lauderdale Company Water & Fpa'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
50th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Lauderdale 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

47 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
22 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 68% 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. 28 detections recorded. 10 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS). 10 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

Similar-sized systems in Alabama

D 10 violations
North Marshall Utilities
15,300 people
C 2 violations
A 4 violations
B 2 violations
C 2 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $800
PFAS Treatment $500
Total Estimated Cost $2,500

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:

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 $2,500 (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

West Lauderdale Company Water & Fpa (EPA ID: AL0000794) is a community water system in Alabama that serves approximately 15,681 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 6 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: D (53/100)

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

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.

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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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: 3 ZIP codes confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 3 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 West Lauderdale Company Water & Fpa (AL0000794) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is West Lauderdale Company Water & Fpa water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, West Lauderdale Company Water & Fpa has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does West Lauderdale Company Water & Fpa serve?

West Lauderdale Company Water & Fpa serves approximately 15,681 people across 6 ZIP codes in Alabama.

Where does West Lauderdale Company Water & Fpa 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
116
Detections
11
Latest sample
5/5/2025
Highest analyte
PFOS: 17 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
PFOS 17 ppt 10 ppt Above current MCL
PFOA 13 ppt 10 ppt Above current MCL
PFBA 7.7 ppt
PFBS 4.4 ppt
PFHxA 3.9 ppt
PFHpA 3.1 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
31
Galvanized — Replacement Required
116
Unknown Material
5,838
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: 15,681
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 West Lauderdale Company Water & Fpa safe to drink?
West Lauderdale Company Water & Fpa has a D safety grade based on 0 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
Should I use a water filter?
West Lauderdale Company Water & Fpa meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does West Lauderdale Company Water & Fpa serve?
West Lauderdale Company Water & Fpa serves approximately 15,681 people with drinking water across 6 ZIP codes.
What is West Lauderdale Company Water & Fpa's water source?
West Lauderdale Company Water & Fpa draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of West Lauderdale Company Water & Fpa's service area?
The West Lauderdale Company Water & Fpa service area has a median household income of $57,179. EPA EJScreen data classifies 41% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does West Lauderdale Company Water & Fpa get its water?
West Lauderdale Company Water & Fpa'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.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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