Accessibility Statement

Our Commitment to Accessibility

US Water Grade is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people of all abilities. We believe that everyone deserves equal access to water quality information and safety data, regardless of disability or impairment. We are continually improving the user experience for everyone and applying relevant accessibility standards.

Accessibility Standards

We aim to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 at Level AA. These guidelines explain how to make web content more accessible for people with disabilities and more user-friendly for everyone.

Accessibility Features

We have implemented the following accessibility features on our website:

• Keyboard Navigation: All interactive elements can be accessed using keyboard navigation alone
• Alt Text: Images include descriptive alternative text for screen reader users
• Semantic HTML: Proper heading structure and semantic markup for assistive technologies
• Color Contrast: Text and background color combinations meet WCAG contrast requirements
• Responsive Design: Content adapts to different screen sizes and zoom levels
• Focus Indicators: Visible focus states for interactive elements
• Skip Links: Skip navigation links to bypass repetitive content
• Readable Fonts: Clear, legible typography with adjustable sizing
• Grade Indicators: Water quality grades include text labels in addition to color coding

Known Limitations

While we strive for comprehensive accessibility, some content may have limitations:

• Some older content may not yet meet all accessibility standards
• Third-party content or advertisements may not be fully accessible
• Some maps and data visualizations may require alternative text descriptions

We are actively working to address these limitations and improve accessibility across all areas of our website.

Accessibility Feedback

We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of US Water Grade. If you encounter any accessibility barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please contact us:

We aim to respond to accessibility feedback within 5 business days.

Ongoing Improvement

We are committed to continuously improving accessibility. Our efforts include regular accessibility audits, training for content creators, and incorporating accessibility into our development process. We review and update this statement periodically as we make improvements to our website.