B77/100
COLUMBUS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 229,000 people · Georgia
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
GA2150000
Violations
4
Contaminant Test Results
3 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOA | 0.034 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOS | 0.008 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
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 2012.
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 COLUMBUS
Is COLUMBUS water safe to drink?
COLUMBUS water receives a grade of B (77/100), which is considered good. Out of 76 contaminants tested, 2 exceed EPA legal limits. 3 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has COLUMBUS detected?
76 contaminants were tested in COLUMBUS's water. Notable contaminants include PFOA, PFOS, Lead (90th percentile). 2 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 3 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does COLUMBUS have any EPA violations?
Yes, COLUMBUS has 4 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2012. Violation types include Other, MR.
How many people does COLUMBUS serve?
COLUMBUS serves approximately 229,000 people, Georgia.
What type of water does COLUMBUS provide?
COLUMBUS 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 GA2150000.
How does COLUMBUS compare to other utilities in Georgia?
COLUMBUS scores 77/100 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.