A81/100
DADE COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 16,285 people · Georgia
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
GA0830000
Violations
12
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.004 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2009.
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 DADE COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY
Is DADE COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY water safe to drink?
DADE COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY water receives a grade of A (81/100), which is considered excellent. 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 DADE COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY detected?
69 contaminants were tested in DADE COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does DADE COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY have any EPA violations?
Yes, DADE COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY has 12 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2009. Violation types include Other, TT, MR. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does DADE COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY serve?
DADE COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY serves approximately 16,285 people, Georgia. The system provides water to 1 community: Trenton.
What type of water does DADE COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY provide?
DADE COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY 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 GA0830000.
How does DADE COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY compare to other utilities in Georgia?
DADE COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY scores 81/100 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.