Water System Report AL

Hackneyville Water Authority

EPA ID: AL0001541 · 1,383 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Even as other utilities in the region logged violations, Hackneyville Water Authority kept a clean EPA record — five years, no issues, 1,383 people served.

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

1,383
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Hackneyville Water Authority Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$48,744
Median Household Income
19,619
Service Area Population
50%
Disadvantaged Population
70th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
57%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Hackneyville Water Authority serves a community with a median household income of $48,744 and an estimated 19,619 residents across its service area. Approximately 57% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 50% 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

Hackneyville Water 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
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
10th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 2% of homes in Tallapoosa 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

43 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
25 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 63% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $900
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $1,200

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.

System Overview

Hackneyville Water Authority (EPA ID: AL0001541) is a community water system in Alabama that serves approximately 1,383 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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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: 1 ZIP code confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 1 additional ZIP inferred from SDWIS registry data. The EPA-confirmed set is the most reliable; SDWIS-inferred entries may be narrower than the real deployment area.

  • 35010 — Alexander City
  • 35011 — Alexander City

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Hackneyville Water Authority (AL0001541) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hackneyville Water Authority water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Hackneyville Water Authority has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Hackneyville Water Authority serve?

Hackneyville Water Authority serves approximately 1,383 people across 2 ZIP codes in Alabama.

Where does Hackneyville Water Authority get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Hackneyville Water Authority meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Hackneyville Water Authority serve?
Hackneyville Water Authority serves approximately 1,383 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Hackneyville Water Authority's water source?
Hackneyville Water Authority draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Hackneyville Water Authority's service area?
The Hackneyville Water Authority service area has a median household income of $48,744. EPA EJScreen data classifies 50% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Hackneyville Water Authority get its water?
Hackneyville Water 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.
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