Madison
Is Madison tap water safe to drink?
Generally acceptable, but review local hotspots — score 74/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 0 local systems in Madison. We found 0 total violations (0 unresolved).
Real-Time Environment
Live: 06:15 PM☀️ No active precipitation. Rainfall can impact surface water turbidity and pollutant runoff in Madison.
Water Quality Impact
🛡️ Home Water Treatment Needs
Should you invest in filtration or softening for your home in Madison?
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 Madison tap water needs filtering? We break it down.
Baby Formula Safety
Mixing baby formula with Madison tap water? Read this first.
Homebuyer's Perspective
If you're house-hunting in Madison, water quality belongs on your due-diligence checklist alongside schools and crime data. With a score of 74/100, we recommend budgeting for high-quality point-of-entry filtration systems to protect your home's value.
Health & Family Safety
Current records show no major contaminant spikes, making Madison a preferred choice for health-conscious families.
View Health Risk Glossary →Compliance Record for Madison
Based on EPA SDWIS violation records and contaminant test results for all water systems serving Madison.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Madison tap water safe to drink?
Generally acceptable, but review local hotspots — score 74/100.
How many water systems serve Madison?
Madison is served by 0 public water systems in our latest EPA-backed dataset.
How can I check water quality for my exact address in Madison?
Use the WaterQ search tool to look up your ZIP code and view nearby systems, contaminant levels, and recent violations for Madison.
What is the water quality score for Madison?
The water quality score for Madison is 74 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results for all serving water systems.
What are the top contaminants in Madison?
Current contaminant data for Madison is being updated. Check back soon or search your specific address for the latest results.
Madison Water Quality Summary
Madison, AL receives a water quality score of 74/100 (Grade C) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 2 public water systems serving the area.
Madison'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.
Madison's score of 74 is 12 points below the Alabama state average of 86, and below the nationwide average of roughly 78/100 across all U.S. states.
Prospective homebuyers looking at Madison should note that this mid-size city's water quality reflects its location within the Deep South's agricultural and industrial river basins. The municipal supply receives a mediocre grade, suggesting that the local water systems face ongoing challenges from the region's industrial and agricultural activities. To ensure peace of mind, residents in this Alabama community may want to stay informed about the performance of these local distribution systems.
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 →
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