F16/100
ALTO — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,737 people · Georgia
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
GA1370000
Violations
29
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
6
Violations (last 5yr)
3
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: April 1, 2025 – April 30, 2025Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Unresolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: April 7, 2023Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Unresolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: April 7, 2023Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Unresolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: April 7, 2023Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: October 1, 2022 – July 4, 2023Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2022 – September 20, 2022Enforcement: 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 ALTO
Is ALTO water safe to drink?
ALTO water receives a grade of F (16/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 29 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has ALTO detected?
1 contaminants were tested in ALTO's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does ALTO have any EPA violations?
Yes, ALTO has 29 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include MON, Other, MR. 13 are health-based violations.
How many people does ALTO serve?
ALTO serves approximately 2,737 people, Georgia. The system provides water to 1 community: Alto.
What type of water does ALTO provide?
ALTO sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is GA1370000.
How does ALTO compare to other utilities in Georgia?
ALTO scores 16/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Georgia state page for a full comparison of water systems.