D35/100
HARALSON COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 12,220 people · Georgia
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
GA1430007
Violations
22
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
7
Violations (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
3
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: September 2, 2023 – October 30, 2023Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: April 1, 2023 – June 30, 2023Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: June 2, 2022 – July 25, 2022Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Unresolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: March 11, 2022Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: January 1, 2022 – March 31, 2022Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: October 1, 2021 – December 31, 2021Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2021 – November 15, 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 HARALSON COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY
Is HARALSON COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY water safe to drink?
HARALSON COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY water receives a grade of D (35/100), which is considered poor. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 22 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has HARALSON COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY detected?
69 contaminants were tested in HARALSON COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does HARALSON COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY have any EPA violations?
Yes, HARALSON COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY has 22 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include Other, MCL, MR. 10 are health-based violations.
How many people does HARALSON COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY serve?
HARALSON COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY serves approximately 12,220 people, Georgia. The system provides water to 1 community: Buchanan.
What type of water does HARALSON COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY provide?
HARALSON COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY 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 GA1430007.
How does HARALSON COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY compare to other utilities in Georgia?
HARALSON COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY scores 35/100 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.