C50/100
ATLANTA — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,089,893 people · Georgia
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
GA1210001
Violations
16
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
chlorate | 280.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.001 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, 2024 – August 15, 2024Enforcement: 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 ATLANTA
Is ATLANTA water safe to drink?
ATLANTA water receives a grade of C (50/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 16 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has ATLANTA detected?
76 contaminants were tested in ATLANTA's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile), chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does ATLANTA have any EPA violations?
Yes, ATLANTA has 16 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include Other, MCL, MR. 7 are health-based violations.
How many people does ATLANTA serve?
ATLANTA serves approximately 1,089,893 people, Georgia. The system provides water to 1 community: Atlanta.
What type of water does ATLANTA provide?
ATLANTA 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 GA1210001.
How does ATLANTA compare to other utilities in Georgia?
ATLANTA scores 50/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our Georgia state page for a full comparison of water systems.