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Official Status: March 2026

Is Huntsville tap water safe to drink?

✓ Generally Safe
A

Mostly yes — Huntsville scores 100/100.

Safety Score
100
out of 100

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Huntsville

Alabama

View Alabama state report Data updated: Mar 2026

Is Huntsville tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — Huntsville scores 100/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 1 local system in Huntsville. We found 0 total violations (0 unresolved).

Real-Time Environment

Live: 07:00 PM
0mm Precipitation

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

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 Huntsville?

Requirement Status
Optional
🟢
💡

Expert Advice

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

Buying a Filter?

Wondering if Huntsville tap water needs filtering? We break it down.

Baby Formula Safety

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

Homebuyer's Perspective

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

Property Impact: Positive / Stable

Health & Family Safety

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

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Compliance Record for Huntsville

0
Violations (5yr)
0
Unresolved
8
Contaminants Tracked
0
Exceeding EPA Limit

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Huntsville tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — Huntsville scores 100/100.

How many water systems serve Huntsville?

Huntsville is served by 1 public water system in our latest EPA-backed dataset.

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

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

What is the water quality score for Huntsville?

The water quality score for Huntsville is 100 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results for all serving water systems.

What are the top contaminants in Huntsville?

The top contaminants detected in Huntsville include Lead, PFOS (Perfluorooctane Sulfonate), Nitrite. View detailed information on our contaminants page.

Water Quality Score
100/100
Grade
A
Water Systems
2
Population
381,258

Huntsville Water Quality Summary

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

Huntsville'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.

Huntsville's score of 100 is 14 points above the Alabama state average of 86, and above the nationwide average of roughly 78/100 across all U.S. states.

For households moving to this large city in Alabama, Huntsville's municipal water systems offer peace of mind that stands out within the broader region. While the Deep South's agricultural and industrial river basins present potential environmental pressures, the local utility networks successfully safeguard tap water quality to achieve a flawless regulatory compliance record. This exceptional performance means residents can depend on the safety of their drinking water for daily needs without the concern of historical violations.

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
8.2795 / 15 μg/L
0 μg/L MCL: 15 μg/L
PFOS (Perfluorooctane Sulfonate)
0.0018 / 0.004 μg/L
0 μg/L MCL: 0.004 μg/L
Nitrite
0.3931 / 1 mg/L
0 mg/L MCL: 1 mg/L
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
16.6123 / 60 μg/L
0 μg/L MCL: 60 μg/L
Manganese
9.2663 / 50 μg/L
0 μg/L MCL: 50 μg/L
Chloramine
0.6882 / 4 mg/L
0 mg/L MCL: 4 mg/L
Radium-228
0.8545 / 5 pCi/L
0 pCi/L MCL: 5 pCi/L
Total Trihalomethanes
9.3031 / 80 μg/L
0 μg/L MCL: 80 μg/L

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Water Systems Serving Huntsville (1)

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