B74/100
ATHENS-CLARKE CO WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 125,000 people · Georgia
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
GA0590000
Violations
11
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.004 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
4
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
3
Health-Related
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: July 1, 2022 – September 30, 2022Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: January 1, 2022 – March 31, 2022Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: July 1, 2021 – September 30, 2021Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2021 – August 26, 2021Enforcement: 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 ATHENS-CLARKE CO WATER SYSTEM
Is ATHENS-CLARKE CO WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
ATHENS-CLARKE CO WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of B (74/100), which is considered good. Out of 76 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has ATHENS-CLARKE CO WATER SYSTEM detected?
76 contaminants were tested in ATHENS-CLARKE CO WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does ATHENS-CLARKE CO WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, ATHENS-CLARKE CO WATER SYSTEM has 11 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include MCL, Other, MR. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does ATHENS-CLARKE CO WATER SYSTEM serve?
ATHENS-CLARKE CO WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 125,000 people, Georgia. The system provides water to 1 community: Athens.
What type of water does ATHENS-CLARKE CO WATER SYSTEM provide?
ATHENS-CLARKE CO WATER SYSTEM sources its water from surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is GA0590000.
How does ATHENS-CLARKE CO WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Georgia?
ATHENS-CLARKE CO WATER SYSTEM scores 74/100 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.