Is Fitzpatrick, AL Tap Water Safe to Drink?
Fitzpatrick, AL tap water currently meets EPA health guidelines across all monitored ZIP codes in this dataset. Contaminants including lithium have been detected at or below guideline thresholds.
Where Does Fitzpatrick Get Its Water?
Water in Fitzpatrick, AL is provided by 3 public water systems: MACON COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY, MONTGOMERY WATER WORKS and SOUTH BULLOCK COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY.
How Is Fitzpatrick Tap Water Treated?
Treated water is disinfected using chloramines and free chlorine. Treatment includes conventional treatment (coagulation, flocculation, and filtration) and groundwater disinfection.
What's in Fitzpatrick Tap Water?
The following contaminants were detected most frequently in Fitzpatrick public water systems. All detected levels fall at or below EPA health guidelines in this dataset.
| Contaminant | Peak detected | EPA guideline | ZIPs detected | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| lithium | 9 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| PFTrDA | 0.007 µg/L | 0.007 µg/L | 1 ZIP | Within guideline |
| 11Cl-PF3OUdS | 0.005 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| HFPO-DA | 0.005 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| PFBA | 0.005 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
Health Risk Profile for Fitzpatrick
Current EPA monitoring data for Fitzpatrick shows contaminant levels within guideline thresholds across all ZIP codes in this dataset. As with all public water systems, sensitive populations may choose to use a certified filter for additional peace of mind.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Fitzpatrick Tap Water
Is Fitzpatrick tap water safe to drink?
Fitzpatrick tap water currently meets EPA health guidelines across all monitored ZIP codes in this dataset. Sensitive populations may still choose to use a certified filter as a precaution.
What contaminants are in Fitzpatrick tap water?
The most commonly detected contaminants in Fitzpatrick water systems include: lithium, PFTrDA, 11Cl-PF3OUdS. See the ZIP-level reports for exact measurements and EPA guideline comparisons.
Where does Fitzpatrick get its drinking water?
Fitzpatrick receives water from 3 public water systems, including MACON COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY.
Do I need a water filter in Fitzpatrick?
Current data does not show guideline exceedances in Fitzpatrick. A certified filter can still reduce trace contaminants and improve taste for households that prefer filtered water.
How often is Fitzpatrick tap water tested?
Public water systems in Fitzpatrick are required by the EPA to test for regulated contaminants on schedules ranging from daily (for microbials and disinfectants) to annual or triennial (for many chemical contaminants). Results are published in annual Consumer Confidence Reports (CCRs). The data on this page reflects the most recent available EPA monitoring results, with the latest sample date of 2024-11-04.
Tap water reports by ZIP in Fitzpatrick
- 36029 - Fitzpatrick tap water report Some concern
Water utilities serving Fitzpatrick, AL
Service area boundaries are approximate and based on state filings or modeled estimates. Contact your utility to confirm exact service at a specific address.
- MACON COUNTY WATER AUTHORITYLooks OK
- MONTGOMERY WATER WORKSLooks OK
- SOUTH BULLOCK COUNTY WATER AUTHORITYLooks OK
Also covers / overlaps with
- Fitzpatrick CCD, AL · Township
- Shorter-Hardaway CCD, AL · Township
- Union Springs CCD, AL · Township