B61/100
ALBANY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 101,245 people · Georgia
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
GA0950000
Violations
21
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOS | 0.004 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Above Goal |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2025 – July 30, 2025Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
Understanding violation severity
Tier 1Urgent health risk. Utility must notify all customers within 24 hours.Tier 2Important health or treatment issue. Customers notified within 30 days.Tier 3Administrative or monitoring issue. Reported in the annual water quality report.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) · Updated quarterly
Frequently Asked Questions About ALBANY
Is ALBANY water safe to drink?
ALBANY water receives a grade of B (61/100), which is considered good. Out of 66 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has ALBANY detected?
66 contaminants were tested in ALBANY's water. Notable contaminants include PFOS, Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does ALBANY have any EPA violations?
Yes, ALBANY has 21 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include Other, MR, MCL. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does ALBANY serve?
ALBANY serves approximately 101,245 people, Georgia. The system provides water to 1 community: Albany.
What type of water does ALBANY provide?
ALBANY sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is GA0950000.
How does ALBANY compare to other utilities in Georgia?
ALBANY scores 61/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our Georgia state page for a full comparison of water systems.