B61/100
HARRIS COUNTY WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 22,922 people · Georgia
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
GA1450011
Violations
12
Contaminant Test Results
3 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOS | 0.007 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOA | 0.006 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.005 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2021 – July 19, 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 HARRIS COUNTY WATER SYSTEM
Is HARRIS COUNTY WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
HARRIS COUNTY WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of B (61/100), which is considered good. Out of 69 contaminants tested, 2 exceed EPA legal limits. 3 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has HARRIS COUNTY WATER SYSTEM detected?
69 contaminants were tested in HARRIS COUNTY WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include PFOS, PFOA, Lead (90th percentile). 2 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 3 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does HARRIS COUNTY WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, HARRIS COUNTY WATER SYSTEM has 12 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2021. Violation types include Other, MCL, MR. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does HARRIS COUNTY WATER SYSTEM serve?
HARRIS COUNTY WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 22,922 people, Georgia. The system provides water to 1 community: Cataula.
What type of water does HARRIS COUNTY WATER SYSTEM provide?
HARRIS COUNTY WATER SYSTEM 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 GA1450011.
How does HARRIS COUNTY WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Georgia?
HARRIS COUNTY WATER SYSTEM scores 61/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our Georgia state page for a full comparison of water systems.