A91/100
CHEROKEE COUNTY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 224,427 people · Georgia
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
GA0570002
Violations
2
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 2007.
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 CHEROKEE COUNTY
Is CHEROKEE COUNTY water safe to drink?
CHEROKEE COUNTY water receives a grade of A (91/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 76 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has CHEROKEE COUNTY detected?
76 contaminants were tested in CHEROKEE COUNTY's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CHEROKEE COUNTY have any EPA violations?
Yes, CHEROKEE COUNTY has 2 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2007. Violation types include Other, TT. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does CHEROKEE COUNTY serve?
CHEROKEE COUNTY serves approximately 224,427 people, Georgia.
What type of water does CHEROKEE COUNTY provide?
CHEROKEE COUNTY 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 GA0570002.
How does CHEROKEE COUNTY compare to other utilities in Georgia?
CHEROKEE COUNTY scores 91/100 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.