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Selma, Alabama: Is the Tap Water Safe to Drink?

2026 EPA water quality data for 3 community water systems serving 26,736+ residents. See violations, PFAS results, lead test results, and safety grades — free.

Is Selma Tap Water Safe to Drink?

Based on the latest EPA data, Selma tap water meets all federal drinking water standards. All 3 tested systems have received a safety grade of A or B, with no active health-based violations.

Selma Water Quality Overview

Selma, Alabama is served by 3 community water systems providing water to approximately 26,736 residents. These systems draw from groundwater sources. Selma water systems have no recorded health-based violations. Including monitoring and reporting violations, there are 61 total violations on record.

3
Water Systems
0
Health Violations
3/3
Rated A or B
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All 3 water systems in Selma

SELMA, THE WW AND SB OF THE CITY OF A
SELMA, AL · 21,834 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations
DALLAS COUNTY WATER & SEWER AUTHORITY A
SELMA, AL · 4,152 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations
INTERNATIONAL PAPER - SELMA WATER SYSTEM A
SELMA, AL · 750 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations

Looking for water quality data across the whole state? See our full Alabama tap water safety report covering Alabama’s EPA-regulated water systems.

Selma Drinking Water: Frequently Asked Questions

Is Selma, Alabama tap water safe to drink?

Based on the latest EPA data, Selma tap water meets all federal drinking water standards. All 3 tested systems have received a safety grade of A or B, with no active health-based violations.

How many water utilities serve Selma, Alabama?

3 community water systems serve Selma, Alabama, providing water to approximately 26,736 people. Different neighborhoods may be served by different utilities. Enter your ZIP code at the top to find your specific provider.

Does Selma 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 Selma drinking water?

EPA violation records for Selma 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 Selma?

Enter your Selma 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).