Is West Blocton, AL Tap Water Safe to Drink?
West Blocton, 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 West Blocton Get Its Water?
Water in West Blocton, AL is provided by 4 public water systems: WEST BLOCTON WATER WORKS, CITIZENS WATER SERVICE, INC., GREEN POND WATER SYSTEM and TUSCALOOSA WATER & SEWER.
How Is West Blocton Tap Water Treated?
Treated water is disinfected using chloramines and free chlorine. Treatment includes conventional treatment (coagulation, flocculation, and filtration), groundwater disinfection and membrane filtration.
What's in West Blocton Tap Water?
The following contaminants were detected most frequently in West Blocton 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 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| 8:2 FTS | 0.005 µg/L | 0.005 µg/L | 1 ZIP | 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 West Blocton
Current EPA monitoring data for West Blocton 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 West Blocton Tap Water
Is West Blocton tap water safe to drink?
West Blocton 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 West Blocton tap water?
The most commonly detected contaminants in West Blocton water systems include: lithium, PFTrDA, 8:2 FTS. See the ZIP-level reports for exact measurements and EPA guideline comparisons.
Where does West Blocton get its drinking water?
West Blocton receives water from 4 public water systems, including WEST BLOCTON WATER WORKS.
Do I need a water filter in West Blocton?
Current data does not show guideline exceedances in West Blocton. A certified filter can still reduce trace contaminants and improve taste for households that prefer filtered water.
How often is West Blocton tap water tested?
Public water systems in West Blocton 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 2025-10-06.
Tap water reports by ZIP in West Blocton
- 35184 - West Blocton tap water report Some concern
Water utilities serving West Blocton, 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.
- CITIZENS WATER SERVICE, INC.Looks OK
- GREEN POND WATER SYSTEMLooks OK
- TUSCALOOSA WATER & SEWERLooks OK
- WEST BLOCTON WATER WORKSLooks OK
Also covers / overlaps with
- Vance, AL
- West Blocton CCD, AL · Township
- Woodstock, AL