A83/100
FLOWERY BRANCH — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 4,594 people · Georgia
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
GA1390000
Violations
6
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1500.00 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.012 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 FLOWERY BRANCH
Is FLOWERY BRANCH water safe to drink?
FLOWERY BRANCH water receives a grade of A (83/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 2 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has FLOWERY BRANCH detected?
2 contaminants were tested in FLOWERY BRANCH's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does FLOWERY BRANCH have any EPA violations?
Yes, FLOWERY BRANCH has 6 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2018. Violation types include MON, Other, MR.
How many people does FLOWERY BRANCH serve?
FLOWERY BRANCH serves approximately 4,594 people, Georgia. The system provides water to 1 community: Flowery Branch.
What type of water does FLOWERY BRANCH provide?
FLOWERY BRANCH sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is GA1390000.
How does FLOWERY BRANCH compare to other utilities in Georgia?
FLOWERY BRANCH scores 83/100 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.