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Water quality data for 5 cities serving 382,754 residents
Jefferson County in Alabama has an average water quality score of 79/100 (Grade B) based on analysis of 5 municipal water systems. The county's water systems serve approximately 382,754 residents.
Water quality in Jefferson County is fair, with some cities showing room for improvement. Homewood has the best water quality at 85/100.
5 cities ranked by water quality score
| Rank | City | Score | Grade | Population |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Homewood Top concern: Fluoride (14.7% of limit) | 85 | A- | 26,943 |
| 2 | Birmingham Top concern: Haloacetic Acids (37.6% of limit) | 81 | B+ | 198,046 |
| 3 | Vestavia Hills Top concern: Lead (36.7% of limit) | 79 | B | 40,546 |
| 4 | Bessemer Top concern: Copper (36.1% of limit) | 78 | B | 26,743 |
| 5 | Hoover Top concern: Total Trihalomethanes (56.5% of limit) | 70 | B- | 90,476 |
Top detected contaminants across county water systems
| Contaminant | Avg Level | Max Level | EPA Limit | % of Limit | Cities |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lead | 0.004 mg/L | 0.007 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | 29.1% | 5 |
| Total Trihalomethanes | 22.205 ug/L | 45.183 ug/L | 80 ug/L | 27.8% | 5 |
| Nitrate | 2.395 mg/L | 4.58 mg/L | 10 mg/L | 23.9% | 3 |
| Arsenic | 0.002 mg/L | 0.004 mg/L | 0.01 mg/L | 22.4% | 5 |
| Mercury | 0 mg/L | 0.001 mg/L | 0.002 mg/L | 22% | 5 |
| Fluoride | 0.846 mg/L | 1.002 mg/L | 4 mg/L | 21.1% | 5 |
| Copper | 0.238 mg/L | 0.69 mg/L | 1.3 mg/L | 18.3% | 5 |
| Haloacetic Acids | 9.114 ug/L | 22.546 ug/L | 60 ug/L | 15.2% | 5 |
Recent violations across county water systems
Water quality in Jefferson County, Alabama reflects the region's unique combination of water sources, treatment infrastructure, and environmental factors. Our comprehensive analysis examines 5 municipal water systems serving a combined population of over 382,754 residents.
The county shows moderate water quality performance, with scores ranging from 70/100 in Hoover to 85/100 in Homewood. This 15-point spread indicates relatively consistent water quality standards across municipal systems.
The most prevalent contaminants detected across Jefferson County water systems include Lead, Total Trihalomethanes, Nitrate. All monitored contaminants remain within acceptable levels relative to EPA Maximum Contaminant Levels (MCLs).
Water quality in Jefferson County is fair but shows room for improvement. Residents in cities scoring below 70 should consider water filtration, particularly for drinking and cooking. Check your specific city's report above for personalized recommendations.
Jefferson County has an average water quality score of 79/100 (Grade B) based on analysis of 5 municipal water systems serving 382,754 residents.
Homewood has the highest water quality score in Jefferson County at 85/100. View the detailed report for Homewood.
Given the water quality variation across Jefferson County, we recommend reviewing your specific city's water quality report. 0 cities have scores below 70, where filtration is particularly recommended.
Click on any city in the rankings table above to view its detailed water quality report, including contaminant levels, EPA compliance history, and filter recommendations.