01The verdict: is Randolph water safe?
Based on EPA testing data, Randolph's tap water is generally safe to drink. The water system earned a grade of A+ (97/100), meeting federal drinking water standards across key contaminant categories. The city's 1 water system serves approximately 1,308 residents using groundwater (wells).
Nothing over a legal limit
Every contaminant measured in Randolph's water is within its EPA limit, and no violations are unresolved.
See the testing ↓A clean compliance record
Randolph has no EPA violations on file — a stronger record than most systems its size.
See the record ↓A flood-prone service area
10 federal disaster declarations on record. After severe weather, watch for boil-water advisories.
See the risk factors ↓Randolph's drinking water received a grade of A+ (97 out of 100), indicating excellent water quality. The city's 1 water system serves approximately 1,308 residents using purchased ground water.
Lead levels were measured at 0.0 ppb (90th percentile), well within EPA limits. This system has not yet been tested for PFAS under the EPA UCMR 5 program. No violations are on record for this water system.
Randolph ranks #10 out of 351 cities in Alabama for water quality, placing it one of the best in the state. Randolph purchases its water from a regional wholesaler, meaning quality depends on both the supplier's treatment and the local distribution system's condition. As a small community water system, Randolph may have fewer resources for advanced treatment technologies and infrastructure upgrades compared to larger utilities. Randolph has a clean compliance record with no violations on file, reflecting strong operational practices.
02What's in Randolph's water
Every contaminant flagged in Randolph, on one shared scale: distance to its own legal limit. The red line is the limit — anything past it is out of compliance, and the closer a bar gets, the less headroom the system has.
Full contaminants report
| Contaminant | Detected Level | EPA Limit | Unit | Category | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lead (90th percentile) LeadHeavy Metal A toxic heavy metal that can leach into drinking water from older pipes, solder, and fixtures. No amount of lead in water is considered safe. Health EffectsBrain and nervous system damage in children, kidney damage, high blood pressure, and reproductive problems in adults. EPA Limit15 ppb action level Common SourcesCorrosion of lead pipes, lead solder, brass faucets, and household plumbing. | 0.0 | 15 | ppb | Inorganic | Safe |
Cities ranked by 90th-percentile lead PF PFAS in Alabama
Cities ranked by compounds detected Cu Copper in Alabama
Cities ranked by 90th-percentile copper
03Randolph's ten-year track record
Each box is one year. A green check means no EPA violations; a numbered badge counts that year's violations — red if any were health-based, amber if they were monitoring or paperwork issues. No violations are on record for this water system.
All ten of the last ten years were clean — no EPA violations recorded for Randolph.
▼ Down 5 ppb since 1993. Latest reading: 0 ppb (2023) — 0% of the action level. Sampled at higher-risk homes (90th percentile).
04Where Randolph's water comes from
Randolph purchases its water supply from a regional wholesale provider rather than treating raw water directly.
Purchased Groundwater
Water is bought from a regional wholesaler; quality starts at the supplier's intake and treatment.
Wholesale supplier
Primary treatment happens at the wholesaler; the local utility maintains disinfectant residual in its pipes.
1 system
1 water system, operated under local government ownership.
1,308 people
Residents served across Randolph's service area.
Water quality depends on both the wholesaler's treatment standards and the condition of Randolph's local distribution pipes and storage facilities. Purchased water systems are common in suburban areas and smaller communities that lack the infrastructure for independent treatment. The system is operated by local government ownership and serves approximately 1,308 people through 1 water system.
| System name | PWSID | Population | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| RANDOLPH WATER SYSTEM | AL0000095 | 1,308 | Purchased Groundwater |
05Pressure on Randolph's watershed
Outside forces that shape what reaches the treatment plant. None of these is a verdict on the tap by itself — but each adds pressure worth knowing about.
Flood & storm history
10 federal disaster declarations on record for Bibb County. Flooding and severe storms can overwhelm treatment plants, cause sewage overflows, and push runoff into supplies.
06How Randolph compares
Scores for nearby Alabama cities on one line, with the average marked.
dashed line = Alabama average (78/100)
Randolph scores 97/100 — above the Alabama average of 78/100. It outscores 10 of 10 nearby cities. Full Alabama rankings →
89.2 / 100CHuntsville, AL
69.8 / 100AMontgomery, AL
88.7 / 100AMobile, AL
87.9 / 100ATuscaloosa, AL
87.6 / 100BBessemer, AL
72.5 / 100
Compare all cities in the county — grades, violations, and contaminant data side by side.→
07What to do at home
Steps matched to what testing actually found in Randolph's water — not generic advice.
A basic carbon filter still helps
Randolph's water meets federal standards, but a simple carbon filter improves taste and adds a margin of safety against short-term issues.
Compare tested filters →Read your utility's annual report
Every utility must publish a yearly Consumer Confidence Report with its own testing results. It pairs well with the independent data on this page.
How to read a CCR →Watch for Randolph alerts
This area has a history of flood declarations — after severe weather, watch for boil-water advisories from the utility, and check the live alerts on this page.
All water alerts →Frequently asked questions
Is Randolph, AL tap water safe to drink?
Randolph's water quality earned a grade of A+ (97/100). The water generally meets EPA standards and is considered safe for consumption. The city ranks #10 out of 351 cities tested in Alabama.
What contaminants are in Randolph's water?
Lead was measured at 0.0 ppb (90th percentile). No violations on record.
How is Randolph's water quality grade calculated?
The grade is based on four factors: violation history (40%), lead and copper levels (25%), PFAS contamination (25%), and regulatory compliance (10%). The score is also adjusted based on how complete the available data is. See our methodology page for full details.
Do I need a water filter in Randolph?
Based on current data, basic filtration should suffice for additional peace of mind.
Where does Randolph's water come from?
Randolph's water is sourced from Purchased ground water. The city has 1 water system serving approximately 1,308 residents.
Is Randolph's groundwater at risk of contamination?
Randolph uses groundwater, which can be affected by naturally occurring contaminants like arsenic, radon, and nitrate, as well as agricultural runoff and industrial activity. Current testing shows the groundwater meets EPA standards. Groundwater systems are generally less susceptible to surface contamination but should be monitored for emerging contaminants like PFAS.
How does Randolph's water compare to other cities?
Randolph ranks #10 out of 351 cities in Alabama (better than 97% of state cities) and #106 out of 15382 cities nationally (99th percentile). The grade of A+ reflects the combined assessment of violation history, lead and copper levels, PFAS contamination, and regulatory compliance.
Does Randolph's small water system affect quality?
Randolph's system serves approximately 1,308 residents. Small community water systems (under 3,300 people) may have fewer financial resources for infrastructure upgrades and advanced treatment technologies. However, they are held to the same EPA drinking water standards as larger systems. This system has maintained a clean compliance record.