Brewton
Is Brewton tap water safe to drink?
Use extra caution — Brewton scores 35/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 2 local systems in Brewton. We found 396 total violations (22 unresolved).
Real-Time Environment
Live: 10:30 AM☀️ No active precipitation. Rainfall can impact surface water turbidity and pollutant runoff in Brewton.
Water Quality Impact
🛡️ Home Water Treatment Needs
Should you invest in filtration or softening for your home in Brewton?
Expert Advice
Given the safety margin, a Carbon Block or sediment filter is recommended to improve taste and remove trace particulates.
Buying a Filter?
Wondering if Brewton tap water needs filtering? We break it down.
Baby Formula Safety
Mixing baby formula with Brewton tap water? Read this first.
Homebuyer's Perspective
If you're house-hunting in Brewton, water quality belongs on your due-diligence checklist alongside schools and crime data. With a score of 35/100, we recommend budgeting for high-quality point-of-entry filtration systems to protect your home's value.
Health & Family Safety
Residents should monitor Copper (90th percentile) levels. Pregnant women and families with young children should consult the specific EPA health goals listed below.
View Health Risk Glossary →Compliance Record for Brewton
Based on EPA SDWIS violation records and contaminant test results for all water systems serving Brewton.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Brewton tap water safe to drink?
Use extra caution — Brewton scores 35/100.
How many water systems serve Brewton?
Brewton is served by 2 public water systems in our latest EPA-backed dataset.
How can I check water quality for my exact address in Brewton?
Use the WaterQ search tool to look up your ZIP code and view nearby systems, contaminant levels, and recent violations for Brewton.
What is the water quality score for Brewton?
The water quality score for Brewton is 35 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results across the 2 systems serving the city.
What are the top contaminants in Brewton?
The top contaminants detected in Brewton include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). View detailed information on our contaminants page.
Brewton Water Quality Summary
Brewton, AL receives a water quality score of 35/100 (Grade F) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 2 public water systems serving the area.
Brewton's water quality score is below the national average, indicating a history of EPA violations or elevated contaminant levels. Residents are encouraged to check their specific water system report and consider additional filtration.
Brewton's score of 35 is 48 points below the Alabama state average of 83, and below the nationwide average of roughly 78/100 across all U.S. states.
Water quality data is sourced from the U.S. EPA SDWIS database and updated quarterly. Learn about our scoring methodology → Read our Alabama water quality rankings report →
Key Contaminants
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