B72/100
CHATTOOGA COUNTY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 7,800 people · Georgia
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
GA0550000
Violations
9
Contaminant Test Results
3 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOA | 0.016 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOS | 0.006 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
4
Violations (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Reporting Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: July 2, 2025 – September 22, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2025 – September 24, 2025Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Unresolved
Failed to conduct Level 1 Assessment
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: November 21, 2024Rule: Consumer Confidence RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: October 1, 2023 – November 13, 2023Enforcement: 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 CHATTOOGA COUNTY
Is CHATTOOGA COUNTY water safe to drink?
CHATTOOGA COUNTY water receives a grade of B (72/100), which is considered good. Out of 31 contaminants tested, 2 exceed EPA legal limits. 3 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has CHATTOOGA COUNTY detected?
31 contaminants were tested in CHATTOOGA COUNTY's water. Notable contaminants include PFOA, PFOS, Lead (90th percentile). 2 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 3 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CHATTOOGA COUNTY have any EPA violations?
Yes, CHATTOOGA COUNTY has 9 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include RPT, Other, MR.
How many people does CHATTOOGA COUNTY serve?
CHATTOOGA COUNTY serves approximately 7,800 people, Georgia. The system provides water to 1 community: Trion.
What type of water does CHATTOOGA COUNTY provide?
CHATTOOGA COUNTY sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is GA0550000.
How does CHATTOOGA COUNTY compare to other utilities in Georgia?
CHATTOOGA COUNTY scores 72/100 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.