Water System Report AL

Greenhill Water & Fire Pro Authority

EPA ID: AL0001423 ยท 8,214 people served ยท 3 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Greenhill Water & Fire Pro Authority (AL0001423): PFAS sampling above the current EPA limit (UCMR5). Across every monitored period in the past five years, Greenhill Water & Fire Pro Authority reported no EPA violations for its service population of 8,214.

Data: EPA SDWIS

8,214
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.00141 mg/L
Max Lead Level
0
Contaminants Flagged
$213K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Greenhill Water & Fire Pro Authority Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$71,630
Median Household Income
27,387
Service Area Population
41%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
49%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Greenhill Water & Fire Pro Authority serves a community with a median household income of $71,630 and an estimated 27,387 residents across its service area. Approximately 49% 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.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Greenhill Water & Fire Pro Authority'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

Infrastructure Risk

43 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
27 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 61% 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. 11 detections recorded. 4 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS). 4 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 โ†’

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Alabama

0 violations
A 7 violations
1 violation
4 violations
C 1 violation

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 $400
Total Estimated Cost $2,400

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 $2,400 (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

Greenhill Water & Fire Pro Authority (EPA ID: AL0001423) is a community water system in Alabama that serves approximately 8,214 people from surface water sources.

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

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.00141 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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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

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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 Greenhill Water & Fire Pro Authority (AL0001423) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Greenhill Water & Fire Pro Authority water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Greenhill Water & Fire Pro Authority in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.

How many people does Greenhill Water & Fire Pro Authority serve?

Greenhill Water & Fire Pro Authority serves approximately 8,214 people across 3 ZIP codes in Alabama.

Where does Greenhill Water & Fire Pro Authority 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
174
Detections
19
Latest sample
11/3/2025
Highest analyte
PFOS: 22.3 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
PFOS 22.3 ppt 10 ppt Above current MCL
PFOA 10.6 ppt 10 ppt Above current MCL
PFBA 13.3 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFBS 4.3 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFHxA 4.2 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFHpA 3.1 ppt โ€” โ€”

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) โ€” per-system federal sampling, 2023โ€“2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program โ†’

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Greenhill Water & Fire Pro Authority meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Greenhill Water & Fire Pro Authority serve?
Greenhill Water & Fire Pro Authority serves approximately 8,214 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Greenhill Water & Fire Pro Authority's water source?
Greenhill Water & Fire Pro Authority draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Greenhill Water & Fire Pro Authority's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00141 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Greenhill Water & Fire Pro Authority's service area?
The Greenhill Water & Fire Pro Authority service area has a median household income of $71,630. EPA EJScreen data classifies 41% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Greenhill Water & Fire Pro Authority get its water?
Greenhill Water & Fire Pro Authority'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.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Greenhill Water and Fire Pro Authority Water Report, AL. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/al0001423/
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