ANNOUNCEMENTS
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EDWRS Bug Fixes 7/8/2025
Summary of Fixes
Several fixes were deployed to address various reports from users who were unable to complete and submit EMOR reports, including the following:
- Report Data can now be revised from the report preparation page when using the "Revise Data" option. An issue was identified and corrected that was preventing the data entry spreadsheet from loading.
- General Flow Balance Form should now be able to be successfully saved and not prevent submission of the report. The form was being incorrectly associated to a Facility when it should not have been and causing an error.
- Facility-specific form answers will now save correctly for multiple ungrouped facilities (e.g., filter and/or membrane plant questions). Several issues were identified that prevented form answers from saving or displayed form answers from one facility on a different facility and these been addressed.
Please continue to contact us at edwr@adem.alabama.gov if you experience any issues or would like to provide suggestions and/or feedback. Thanks!
Alexander Chavers, Chief - Office of Water Services
-- posted 7/8/2025 -
EDWRS Update 7/3/2025
Summary of Changes In This Release
With this release, we introduce several updates to the EMOR module, including some user requested features and modifications to support additional features in a later release. Below is a summary of the updates:
- Summary values (min, max and avg) are now visible across all screens for EMOR data entry. On the data entry screen, these values are updated instantly as users work with the data. Note: Zeros are considered a valid value and are used in the summary calculations; blank cells are ignored.
- "Excel Export" template available for EMOR has been updated as follows:
- Previously entered data for the monitoring period selected is now exported into the spreadsheet
- Summary formulas are automatically included in the export. Note: Users must click "Enable Editing" if prompted by Excel for summary formulas to take effect.
- The Excel export will now always include 31 days, making it a more universal and reusable template. As the monitoring requirements are based on the monitoring period selected at the time of export, users will need to export a new template if their requirements change.
- URL fixes for Positive Notification email notifications to ADEM staff.
Looking Forward
Several additional initiatives are being pursued as we move towards using EMOR for compliance. See a summary of items ADEM is working on below:
- Excel Import of ADEM's exportable template is being developed as a requested feature of many water systems. This feature should provide a convenient alternative way to track and report data and improve the speed at which systems with complex reporting requirements can prepare and submit their monthly MORs to ADEM.
- Projects to fine tune the requirements for systems, including adding requirements for non-standard treatment plants and removing unnecessary monitoring parameters are underway. You may contact your inspector to discuss any deletions/additions in your monitoring requirements.
- Additional data gathering efforts are underway to ensure ADEM's inventory is accurate and includes the necessary information to fully support EMOR (e.g., complete inventory of master meters, etc.). Systems may receive requests for data to support these efforts and we appreciate your time and attention to these efforts
Please contact us at edwr@adem.alabama.gov if you have any questions or would like to provide feedback or suggestions. Thanks!
Alexander Chavers, Chief - Office of Water Services
-- posted 7/3/2025 -
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-- posted 1/1/2024 -
EMOR Is Now Available!
We are excited to announce that electronic reporting for MORs is now available in EDWRS. With this release, we begin a period of optional usage of this tool to gather feedback and make necessary improvements before systems are required to use this tool.
The EDWRS User's Guide has been updated to include instructions for using the EMOR tool, including entering data, preparing and submitting a report, and viewing submitted reports. Additionally, the EDWRS Quick Start Guide is a great resource for getting any new users started in EDWRS.
What can you expect to see?
- New MORs navigation menu items
- Multiple options for data entry (daily and monthly) and an exportable Excel template for copy/paste functionality
- A streamlined submission process
- Immediate report availability
!IMPORTANT: All systems will continue to be required to submit their MOR in PDF format for compliance until otherwise notified by the Department. Beginning with the submittal of the September 2025 MOR (due October 10, 2025), submission of MOR PDFs will be discontinued and all systems will be required to report their MOR data using the EMOR tool.
We are committed to ensuring that this tool serves both the needs of the regulated community and the Department, and your feedback can help shape future updates. Please send any questions, comments, or concerns to edwr@adem.alabama.gov or call the Drinking Water Branch at (334) 271-7773.
Alexander Chavers, Chief - Office of Water Services
-- posted 1/1/2025
Welcome
The Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM) is providing a web-enabled electronic drinking water reporting system (EDWRS) for public water systems and certified labs to manage submissions, including monthly operational reports (MOR), consumer confidence reports (CCR), Lead Service Line Inventories (LSLI), Public Notice Proof Packages (PNOT) and drinking water analytes required by Alabama's drinking water program.
The EDWRS provides public water systems with the ability to submit required documents by category and electronically validated analytical results via direct entry or XML upload. Document submissions are available for review and can be quickly made available to the public through ADEM's eFile system. Analytical results are electronically validated and imported into SDWIS/State, the state's central drinking water database. All successful submissions will receive acknowledgement of receipt via email.
The EDWRS provides the following benefits:
- Saves public water systems and labs time and money by providing a single tool for meeting reporting requirements
- Saves resources by providing a central repository for managing submissions and reducing the need for storage and retention of paper records
- Improves the accuracy of compliance data through by eliminating potential errors associated with manual data entry
- Improves Alabama's drinking water program's effectiveness in evaluating and responding to potential compliance issues with minimal burden on public water systems
The reference materials listed below are available should you need assistance navigating site and submitting your documents and data.