A84/100
DOUGLAS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 12,706 people · Georgia
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
GA0690002
Violations
5
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
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2021 – March 1, 2022Enforcement: 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 DOUGLAS
Is DOUGLAS water safe to drink?
DOUGLAS water receives a grade of A (84/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 66 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has DOUGLAS detected?
66 contaminants were tested in DOUGLAS's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does DOUGLAS have any EPA violations?
Yes, DOUGLAS has 5 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2021. Violation types include Other, MCL. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does DOUGLAS serve?
DOUGLAS serves approximately 12,706 people, Georgia. The system provides water to 1 community: Douglas.
What type of water does DOUGLAS provide?
DOUGLAS sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is GA0690002.
How does DOUGLAS compare to other utilities in Georgia?
DOUGLAS scores 84/100 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.