C41/100
EATONTON PUTNAM WATER & SEWER AUTH — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 12,736 people · Georgia
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
GA2370000
Violations
21
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
chlorate | 765.81 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2018.
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 EATONTON PUTNAM WATER & SEWER AUTH
Is EATONTON PUTNAM WATER & SEWER AUTH water safe to drink?
EATONTON PUTNAM WATER & SEWER AUTH water receives a grade of C (41/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 21 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has EATONTON PUTNAM WATER & SEWER AUTH detected?
69 contaminants were tested in EATONTON PUTNAM WATER & SEWER AUTH's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile), chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does EATONTON PUTNAM WATER & SEWER AUTH have any EPA violations?
Yes, EATONTON PUTNAM WATER & SEWER AUTH has 21 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2018. Violation types include MCL, MON, MR. 8 are health-based violations.
How many people does EATONTON PUTNAM WATER & SEWER AUTH serve?
EATONTON PUTNAM WATER & SEWER AUTH serves approximately 12,736 people, Georgia. The system provides water to 1 community: Eatonton.
What type of water does EATONTON PUTNAM WATER & SEWER AUTH provide?
EATONTON PUTNAM WATER & SEWER AUTH sources its water from purchased surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is GA2370000.
How does EATONTON PUTNAM WATER & SEWER AUTH compare to other utilities in Georgia?
EATONTON PUTNAM WATER & SEWER AUTH scores 41/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our Georgia state page for a full comparison of water systems.