Opelika, Alabama: Is the Tap Water Safe to Drink?
2026 EPA water quality data for 2 community water systems serving 57,891+ residents. See violations, PFAS results, lead test results, and safety grades — free.
Is Opelika Tap Water Safe to Drink?
Opelika has 2 community water systems. 1 of 2 graded system meets all EPA standards (grade A or B), while 1 has recorded violations. No active health-based violations are currently open. Check individual system reports below for specifics.
Opelika Water Quality Overview
Opelika, Alabama is served by 2 community water systems providing water to approximately 57,891 residents. These systems draw from surface water (1), groundwater (1) sources. Opelika water systems have recorded 1 health-based violation in their history, though none are currently active. Including monitoring and reporting violations, there are 16 total violations on record.
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Opelika Drinking Water: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Opelika, Alabama tap water safe to drink?
Opelika has 2 community water systems. 1 of 2 graded system meets all EPA standards (grade A or B), while 1 has recorded violations. No active health-based violations are currently open. Check individual system reports below for specifics.
How many water utilities serve Opelika, Alabama?
2 community water systems serve Opelika, Alabama, providing water to approximately 57,891 people. Different neighborhoods may be served by different utilities. Enter your ZIP code at the top to find your specific provider.
Does Opelika tap water have lead?
Lead in drinking water typically enters from old pipes and fixtures inside homes and buildings, not from the treatment plant. The EPA requires water systems to monitor for lead under the Lead and Copper Rule. Click any water system above to see its most recent 90th-percentile lead test results. Homes built before 1986 are most likely to have lead plumbing components.
What contaminants have been found in Opelika drinking water?
EPA violation records for Opelika water systems are listed on each utility's report page. Common regulated contaminants include disinfection byproducts (TTHMs, HAA5), coliform bacteria, nitrates, and lead. Click any utility above to see its full violation history going back 10 years.
How do I find out which water company serves my address in Opelika?
Enter your Opelika ZIP code in the search box at the top of this page. ClearWater will identify the specific water system serving your area and show you its EPA violation history, lead test results, and an overall safety grade. You can also check your water bill or your utility's annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR).