D21/100
FAYETTE COUNTY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 86,934 people · Georgia
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
GA1130001
Violations
25
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
chlorate | 240.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
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 2016.
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 FAYETTE COUNTY
Is FAYETTE COUNTY water safe to drink?
FAYETTE COUNTY water receives a grade of D (21/100), which is considered poor. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 25 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has FAYETTE COUNTY detected?
69 contaminants were tested in FAYETTE COUNTY's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile), chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does FAYETTE COUNTY have any EPA violations?
Yes, FAYETTE COUNTY has 25 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2016. Violation types include MCL, Other, MR. 12 are health-based violations.
How many people does FAYETTE COUNTY serve?
FAYETTE COUNTY serves approximately 86,934 people, Georgia.
What type of water does FAYETTE COUNTY provide?
FAYETTE 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 GA1130001.
How does FAYETTE COUNTY compare to other utilities in Georgia?
FAYETTE COUNTY scores 21/100 with a grade of D (poor). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Georgia state page for a full comparison of water systems.