Current Noncompliance AL

Wadley Utilities Board

EPA ID: AL0001130 ยท 1,149 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Wadley Utilities Board (AL0001130): 1 unresolved EPA violation on record. Per EPA records, Wadley Utilities Board: 1 unresolved violation, 1,149 people in service area.

Data: EPA SDWIS

1,149
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
5
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
Zone 3
Radon Risk ยท Low
3
Contaminants Flagged
$188K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Wadley Utilities Board Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$49,883
Median Household Income
8,556
Service Area Population
89%
Disadvantaged Population
75th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
59%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Wadley Utilities Board serves a community with a median household income of $49,883 and an estimated 8,556 residents across its service area. Approximately 59% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 89% 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.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Wadley Utilities Board'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.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
10th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

47 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
23 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 67% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Wadley Utilities Board compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 3 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

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

Lead and Copper Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Alabama

Gurley Water System
1,155 people
2 violations
Forkland Water System
1,137 people
2 violations
Mckenzie Water Board
1,170 people
3 violations
Columbia Water Works
1,179 people
61 violations
White Hall Water Board
1,200 people
2 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $900
Radon Mitigation $800
Total Estimated Cost $1,700

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 $1,000

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$5,000
10 years
$10,000
20 years
$20,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,700 (one-time) vs. $10,000 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

Wadley Utilities Board (EPA ID: AL0001130) is a community water system in Alabama that serves approximately 1,149 people from surface water sources.

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

Violation History

1 current noncompliance record in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot; none are classified as health-based in this evidence.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 3 resolved, 1 archived, 0 addressed, and 1 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
January 1, 2026 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Archived
October 1, 2025 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
November 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2022 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
January 1, 2021 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 3 No
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 No
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0 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.

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 3 (Low Risk)

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking โ€” 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 Wadley Utilities Board (AL0001130) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wadley Utilities Board water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 1 current noncompliance record and zero current records classified as health-based. That classification is not a property-specific water test or safety guarantee.

How many people does Wadley Utilities Board serve?

Wadley Utilities Board serves approximately 1,149 people across 2 ZIP codes in Alabama.

Where does Wadley Utilities Board get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Wadley Utilities Board's water?
Detected contaminants include Consumer Confidence Report Rule, Stage 1 DBP Rule, Lead and Copper 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 Wadley Utilities Board serve?
Wadley Utilities Board serves approximately 1,149 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Wadley Utilities Board's water source?
Wadley Utilities Board draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Wadley Utilities Board's service area?
The Wadley Utilities Board service area has a median household income of $49,883. EPA EJScreen data classifies 89% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Wadley Utilities Board get its water?
Wadley Utilities Board'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 the exported violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is classified as elevated.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Wadley Utilities Board (AL): 5 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/al0001130/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

Home test kits can detect lead, bacteria, and other contaminants at your tap. Find the right filter โ†’

2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report โ†’

3

Contact your utility

Wadley Utilities Board (EPA ID: AL0001130) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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