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Official Status: March 2026

Is Cullman tap water safe to drink?

✓ Generally Safe
A

Mostly yes — Cullman scores 95/100.

Safety Score
95
out of 100

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Cullman

Alabama

View Alabama state report Data updated: Mar 2026

Is Cullman tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — Cullman scores 95/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 4 local systems in Cullman. We found 112 total violations (26 unresolved).

Real-Time Environment

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0mm Precipitation

☀️ No active precipitation. Rainfall can impact surface water turbidity and pollutant runoff in Cullman.

Water Quality Impact

✅ Minimal Impact Localized weather conditions may influence test result variability.

🛡️ Home Water Treatment Needs

Should you invest in filtration or softening for your home in Cullman?

Requirement Status
Optional
🟢
💡

Expert Advice

Your water quality is excellent. Standard filtration is optional but can further enhance taste.

Buying a Filter?

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Baby Formula Safety

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Homebuyer's Perspective

If you're house-hunting in Cullman, water quality belongs on your due-diligence checklist alongside schools and crime data. The high safety score (95/100) suggests lower risk for plumbing corrosion and appliance scaling.

Property Impact: Positive / Stable

Health & Family Safety

Residents should monitor Lead (90th percentile) levels. Pregnant women and families with young children should consult the specific EPA health goals listed below.

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Compliance Record for Cullman

112
Violations (5yr)
26
Unresolved
1
Contaminants Tracked
0
Exceeding EPA Limit

Based on EPA SDWIS violation records and contaminant test results for all water systems serving Cullman.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cullman tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — Cullman scores 95/100.

How many water systems serve Cullman?

Cullman is served by 4 public water systems in our latest EPA-backed dataset.

How can I check water quality for my exact address in Cullman?

Use the WaterQ search tool to look up your ZIP code and view nearby systems, contaminant levels, and recent violations for Cullman.

What is the water quality score for Cullman?

The water quality score for Cullman is 95 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results across the 4 systems serving the city.

What are the top contaminants in Cullman?

The top contaminants detected in Cullman include Lead (90th percentile). View detailed information on our contaminants page.

Water Quality Score
95/100
Grade
A
Water Systems
4
Population
109,818

Cullman Water Quality Summary

Cullman, AL receives a water quality score of 95/100 (Grade A) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 4 public water systems serving the area.

Cullman's water quality is above the national average, with strong compliance records and low contaminant levels. Residents generally receive clean, safe tap water that meets EPA standards.

Cullman's score of 95 is 12 points above the Alabama state average of 83, and above the nationwide average of roughly 78/100 across all U.S. states.

Residents of this mid-size Alabama city can generally feel confident in the safety of their tap water, which earns high marks even when navigating the environmental factors of the Deep South's agricultural and industrial river basins. Because Cullman relies on multiple local water systems to supply its households, minor variations in composition may exist depending on where you settle. For prospective homebuyers, this history of strong performance across the area's networks suggests reliable local infrastructure and consistent management.

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

Lead (90th percentile)
0.0029 / 0.015 mg/L
0 mg/L MCL: 0.015 mg/L

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Water Systems Serving Cullman (4)

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