B73/100
CARTERSVILLE — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 24,830 people · Georgia
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
GA0150002
Violations
12
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
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2018.
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 CARTERSVILLE
Is CARTERSVILLE water safe to drink?
CARTERSVILLE water receives a grade of B (73/100), which is considered good. Out of 69 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has CARTERSVILLE detected?
69 contaminants were tested in CARTERSVILLE's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CARTERSVILLE have any EPA violations?
Yes, CARTERSVILLE has 12 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2018. Violation types include Other, MCL, MR. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does CARTERSVILLE serve?
CARTERSVILLE serves approximately 24,830 people, Georgia. The system provides water to 1 community: Cartersville.
What type of water does CARTERSVILLE provide?
CARTERSVILLE 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 GA0150002.
How does CARTERSVILLE compare to other utilities in Georgia?
CARTERSVILLE scores 73/100 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.