B78/100
BACONTON — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,202 people · Georgia
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
GA2050000
Violations
19
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
4
Violations (last 5yr)
0
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: February 1, 2023 – February 28, 2023Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: January 27, 2023 – March 8, 2023Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Failed to issue ongoing public notification
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 1, 2021 – September 27, 2022Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2021 – July 14, 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 BACONTON
Is BACONTON water safe to drink?
BACONTON water receives a grade of B (78/100), which is considered good. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has BACONTON detected?
1 contaminants were tested in BACONTON's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does BACONTON have any EPA violations?
Yes, BACONTON has 19 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include MON, Other, MR.
How many people does BACONTON serve?
BACONTON serves approximately 1,202 people, Georgia. The system provides water to 1 community: Baconton.
What type of water does BACONTON provide?
BACONTON sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is GA2050000.
How does BACONTON compare to other utilities in Georgia?
BACONTON scores 78/100 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.