A89/100
FORT VALLEY UTILITY COMMISSION — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 13,296 people · Georgia
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
GA2250001
Violations
8
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: September 1, 2024 – September 30, 2024Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: October 1, 2021 – December 16, 2021Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: 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 VALLEY UTILITY COMMISSION
Is FORT VALLEY UTILITY COMMISSION water safe to drink?
FORT VALLEY UTILITY COMMISSION water receives a grade of A (89/100), 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 FORT VALLEY UTILITY COMMISSION detected?
66 contaminants were tested in FORT VALLEY UTILITY COMMISSION's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does FORT VALLEY UTILITY COMMISSION have any EPA violations?
Yes, FORT VALLEY UTILITY COMMISSION has 8 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include MON, Other, MR.
How many people does FORT VALLEY UTILITY COMMISSION serve?
FORT VALLEY UTILITY COMMISSION serves approximately 13,296 people, Georgia. The system provides water to 1 community: Fort Valley.
What type of water does FORT VALLEY UTILITY COMMISSION provide?
FORT VALLEY UTILITY COMMISSION sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is GA2250001.
How does FORT VALLEY UTILITY COMMISSION compare to other utilities in Georgia?
FORT VALLEY UTILITY COMMISSION scores 89/100 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.