B79/100
BOWMAN WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,299 people · Georgia
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
GA1050000
Violations
10
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.50 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.004 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
4
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: February 2, 2023 – March 25, 2022Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2022 – August 9, 2022Enforcement: 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: December 1, 2021 – December 31, 2021Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2021 – September 13, 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 BOWMAN WATER SYSTEM
Is BOWMAN WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
BOWMAN WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of B (79/100), which is considered good. Out of 2 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has BOWMAN WATER SYSTEM detected?
2 contaminants were tested in BOWMAN WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does BOWMAN WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, BOWMAN WATER SYSTEM has 10 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include Other, MON, MR.
How many people does BOWMAN WATER SYSTEM serve?
BOWMAN WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 1,299 people, Georgia. The system provides water to 1 community: Bowman.
What type of water does BOWMAN WATER SYSTEM provide?
BOWMAN WATER SYSTEM sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is GA1050000.
How does BOWMAN WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Georgia?
BOWMAN WATER SYSTEM scores 79/100 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.