Oxford
Is Oxford tap water safe to drink?
Use extra caution — Oxford scores 0/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 1 local system in Oxford. We found 44 total violations (39 unresolved).
Real-Time Environment
Live: 06:30 PM☀️ No active precipitation. Rainfall can impact surface water turbidity and pollutant runoff in Oxford.
Water Quality Impact
🛡️ Home Water Treatment Needs
Should you invest in filtration or softening for your home in Oxford?
Expert Advice
Given the safety margin, a Carbon Block or sediment filter is recommended to improve taste and remove trace particulates.
Buying a Filter?
Evaluation of municipal compliance and household filtration options in Oxford.
Baby Formula Safety
EPA compliance thresholds and pediatric water precautions for Oxford.
Homebuyer's Perspective
Water system history in Oxford informs property maintenance and private filtration requirements. With a score of 0/100, we recommend budgeting for high-quality point-of-entry filtration systems to protect your home's value.
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.
View Health Risk Glossary →Compliance Record for Oxford
Based on EPA SDWIS violation records and contaminant test results for all water systems serving Oxford.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Oxford tap water safe to drink?
Use extra caution — Oxford scores 0/100.
How many water systems serve Oxford?
Oxford is served by 1 public water system in our latest EPA-backed dataset.
How can I check water quality for my exact address in Oxford?
Use the WaterQ search tool to look up your ZIP code and view nearby systems, contaminant levels, and recent violations for Oxford.
What is the water quality score for Oxford?
The water quality score for Oxford is 0 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results across the 1 system serving the city.
What are the top contaminants in Oxford?
The top contaminants detected in Oxford include Lead (90th percentile). View detailed information on our contaminants page.
Oxford Water Quality Summary
Oxford, AL receives a water quality score of 0/100 (Grade F) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 1 public water system serving the area.
Oxford'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.
Oxford's score of 0 is 83 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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Water Systems Serving Oxford (1)
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