A89/100
HENRY COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 176,038 people · Georgia
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
GA1510001
Violations
8
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
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2015.
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 HENRY COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY
Is HENRY COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY water safe to drink?
HENRY COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY water receives a grade of A (89/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 76 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has HENRY COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY detected?
76 contaminants were tested in HENRY COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does HENRY COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY have any EPA violations?
Yes, HENRY COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY has 8 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2015. Violation types include Other, MR.
How many people does HENRY COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY serve?
HENRY COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY serves approximately 176,038 people, Georgia.
What type of water does HENRY COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY provide?
HENRY 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 GA1510001.
How does HENRY COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY compare to other utilities in Georgia?
HENRY COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY 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.