A80/100
BAINBRIDGE — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 15,125 people · Georgia
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
GA0870001
Violations
13
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
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2025 – July 28, 2025Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: March 1, 2025 – March 31, 2025Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2022 – July 26, 2022Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2021 – July 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 BAINBRIDGE
Is BAINBRIDGE water safe to drink?
BAINBRIDGE water receives a grade of A (80/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 66 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has BAINBRIDGE detected?
66 contaminants were tested in BAINBRIDGE's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does BAINBRIDGE have any EPA violations?
Yes, BAINBRIDGE has 13 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include Other, MON, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does BAINBRIDGE serve?
BAINBRIDGE serves approximately 15,125 people, Georgia. The system provides water to 1 community: Bainbridge.
What type of water does BAINBRIDGE provide?
BAINBRIDGE sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is GA0870001.
How does BAINBRIDGE compare to other utilities in Georgia?
BAINBRIDGE scores 80/100 with a grade of A (excellent). This places it among the higher-performing utilities in the state. Visit our Georgia state page for a full comparison of water systems.