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Official Status: March 2026

Is Greenville tap water safe to drink?

⚠ Caution Advised
C

Generally acceptable, but review local hotspots — score 68/100.

Safety Score
68
out of 100

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Greenville

Alabama

View Alabama state report Data updated: Mar 2026

Is Greenville tap water safe to drink?

Generally acceptable, but review local hotspots — score 68/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 2 local systems in Greenville. We found 149 total violations (17 unresolved).

Real-Time Environment

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0mm Precipitation

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

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 Greenville?

Requirement Status
Recommended
🟡
💡

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 Greenville tap water needs filtering? We break it down.

Baby Formula Safety

Mixing baby formula with Greenville tap water? Read this first.

Homebuyer's Perspective

If you're house-hunting in Greenville, water quality belongs on your due-diligence checklist alongside schools and crime data. With a score of 68/100, we recommend budgeting for high-quality point-of-entry filtration systems to protect your home's value.

Property Impact: Requires Mitigation

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 Greenville

149
Violations (5yr)
17
Unresolved
1
Contaminants Tracked
0
Exceeding EPA Limit

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Greenville tap water safe to drink?

Generally acceptable, but review local hotspots — score 68/100.

How many water systems serve Greenville?

Greenville is served by 2 public water systems in our latest EPA-backed dataset.

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

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

What is the water quality score for Greenville?

The water quality score for Greenville is 68 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 Greenville?

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

Water Quality Score
68/100
Grade
C
Water Systems
2
Population
23,388

Greenville Water Quality Summary

Greenville, AL receives a water quality score of 68/100 (Grade C) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 2 public water systems serving the area.

Greenville's water quality is near the national average. While most systems meet EPA standards, some violations have been recorded. Residents may wish to review their specific water system's report for contaminant details.

Greenville's score of 68 is 15 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

Lead (90th percentile)
0.0013 / 0.015 mg/L
0 mg/L MCL: 0.015 mg/L

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Water Systems Serving Greenville (2)

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