Alabama Water Quality

Drinking water data for all 67 counties.

Avg Water Score

68.8

State Grade

C

Counties with Data

67

of 67 total

All Alabama Counties

CountyWater Score
Autauga County86.0
Bullock County86.0
Chambers County86.0
Cherokee County86.0
Chilton County86.0
Cleburne County86.0
Covington County86.0
Crenshaw County86.0
Cullman County86.0
Dallas County86.0
DeKalb County86.0
Franklin County86.0
Geneva County86.0
Greene County86.0
Hale County86.0
Henry County86.0
Lamar County86.0
Lawrence County86.0
Limestone County86.0
Lowndes County86.0
Macon County86.0
Madison County86.0
Montgomery County86.0
Morgan County86.0
Perry County86.0
Pickens County86.0
Randolph County86.0
Sumter County86.0
Jefferson County71.1
Shelby County71.1
Lee County70.8
Houston County70.4
Lauderdale County70.4
Elmore County70.1
St. Clair County69.7
Talladega County69.7
Dale County69.0
Russell County69.0
Calhoun County67.8
Marshall County67.5
Tuscaloosa County67.5
Etowah County67.1
Pike County67.1
Tallapoosa County65.8
Baldwin County65.3
Mobile County63.8
Escambia County63.2
Washington County61.5
Blount County61.0
Conecuh County59.3
Bibb County58.9
Butler County58.9
Walker County56.4
Monroe County54.8
Colbert County54.3
Barbour County54.1
Coosa County47.4
Coffee County46.9
Winston County45.9
Clay County44.0
Fayette County38.7
Clarke County37.3
Jackson County35.7
Marengo County29.5
Marion County29.1
Choctaw County18.8
Wilcox County9.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which county in Alabama has the best water quality?
Autauga County has the highest water quality score in Alabama at 86.0/100 (Grade: A), based on EPA SDWIS data.
Which county in Alabama has the most water violations?
Wilcox County has among the lowest water quality scores in Alabama at 9.8/100. See the individual county page for detailed violation history.
Is the tap water safe to drink in Alabama?
Alabama has an average water quality score of 68.8/100 based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Act compliance data. Individual county scores vary — check your specific county's page for detailed information.
What contaminants are found in Alabama water supplies?
Drinking water quality varies by county and water system. The EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) tracks violations for contaminants like lead, nitrates, bacteria, and disinfection byproducts. See individual county pages for specific contaminant and violation history.

Data Source

Water quality data sourced from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) via the ECHO enforcement database. Scores reflect compliance history and health-based violation counts.

Disclaimer: This data is informational only. It is not health, legal, or professional advice. For concerns about your specific water supply, contact your local water utility.