Tap Water Quality in Birmingham, AL
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Birmingham Drinking Water Overview
Population: ~200,000 | Source: Inland Lake and Purdy Creek reservoirs
Birmingham draws its drinking water from a network of reservoirs managed by the Birmingham Water Works Board, one of the largest utilities in the Southeast. The city replaced many older lead service lines in recent years, but aging infrastructure remains a concern in some neighborhoods. Agricultural and urban runoff can affect reservoir water quality seasonally.
Common water quality concerns in Birmingham
Lead from aging pipes
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Disinfection byproducts
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Copper
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What's in your Birmingham water report
Contaminant levels
Every detected contaminant in your Birmingham water system, compared to EPA limits and health guidelines.
Violation history
All EPA violations on record for water systems serving Birmingham, including health-based and monitoring violations.
Water quality grade
An A through F grade based on violation history, contaminant levels, and health guideline comparisons.
Filter recommendations
Which type of water filter will actually remove the contaminants found in your specific water system.
Water quality in nearby cities
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