Health Violations Found AL 1 HEALTH VIOLATION

Brundidge Water Department

EPA ID: AL0001110 · 3,672 people served · 3 ZIP codes

Brundidge Water Department carries 2 open EPA violations that remain unresolved in the federal system — approximately 3,672 people fall within its service area.

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

A · 91
Avg Safety Score
3,672
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
3
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.00057 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
3
Contaminants Flagged
$167K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade A

Service Area Demographics

$42,005
Median Household Income
30,139
Service Area Population
67%
Disadvantaged Population
57th
Poverty Percentile
77th
Energy Burden Percentile
51%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Brundidge Water Department serves a community with a median household income of $42,005 and an estimated 30,139 residents across its service area. Approximately 51% 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.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Brundidge 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
63th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Dale 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 63th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points.

Infrastructure Risk

42 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
28 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 60% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Brundidge Water Department compares to EPA limits

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 1 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 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.08 mg/L. Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Stage 1 DBP Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

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

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Comparable Water Systems

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A 1 violation
C 0 violations
B 2 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

PFAS Treatment Flood Insurance Water Filtration
PFAS Treatment $500
Flood Insurance $400
Water Filtration $100
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

Brundidge Water Department (EPA ID: AL0001110) is a community water system in Alabama that serves approximately 3,672 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: A (91/100)

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. 2 remain unresolved.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
July 28, 2025 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Health-based Unresolved
January 1, 2023 Stage 1 DBP Rule Monitoring Unresolved

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 1 No
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 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
36010 0.00057 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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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 Brundidge Water Department (AL0001110) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brundidge Water Department water safe to drink?

Brundidge Water Department 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 Brundidge Water Department serve?

Brundidge Water Department serves approximately 3,672 people across 3 ZIP codes in Alabama.

Where does Brundidge Water Department get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Tested Clean

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). No PFAS compounds were detected.

Samples collected
174

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
4
Galvanized — Replacement Required
21
Unknown Material
993
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: 3,672
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 Brundidge Water Department safe to drink?
Brundidge Water Department earns a A safety grade with 3 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
What contaminants are in Brundidge Water Department's water?
Detected contaminants include Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM), Stage 1 DBP Rule, 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 3 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 Brundidge Water Department serve?
Brundidge Water Department serves approximately 3,672 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Brundidge Water Department's water source?
Brundidge Water Department draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Brundidge Water Department's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00057 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Brundidge Water Department's service area?
The Brundidge Water Department service area has a median household income of $42,005. EPA EJScreen data classifies 67% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Brundidge Water Department get its water?
Brundidge 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 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

Brundidge Water Department (EPA ID: AL0001110) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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