C43/100
FORT GAINES — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,399 people · Georgia
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
GA0610001
Violations
30
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
6
Violations (last 5yr)
4
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Reporting violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 17, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: October 1, 2023 – November 8, 2023Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Unresolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
TIER 3Unresolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
TIER 3Unresolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2021 – December 28, 2021Enforcement: 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 FORT GAINES
Is FORT GAINES water safe to drink?
FORT GAINES water receives a grade of C (43/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 30 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has FORT GAINES detected?
1 contaminants were tested in FORT GAINES's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does FORT GAINES have any EPA violations?
Yes, FORT GAINES has 30 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include RPT, Other, MR. 6 are health-based violations.
How many people does FORT GAINES serve?
FORT GAINES serves approximately 1,399 people, Georgia. The system provides water to 1 community: Fort Gaines.
What type of water does FORT GAINES provide?
FORT GAINES sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is GA0610001.
How does FORT GAINES compare to other utilities in Georgia?
FORT GAINES scores 43/100 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.