C54/100
JACKSON COUNTY WATER & SEWER AUTHORITY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 33,601 people · Georgia
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
GA1570117
Violations
20
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
chlorate | 215.50 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
1,4-dioxane | 0.389 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
2
Health-Related
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: October 1, 2022 – December 31, 2022Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: July 1, 2022 – September 30, 2022Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: 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 JACKSON COUNTY WATER & SEWER AUTHORITY
Is JACKSON COUNTY WATER & SEWER AUTHORITY water safe to drink?
JACKSON COUNTY WATER & SEWER AUTHORITY water receives a grade of C (54/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 20 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has JACKSON COUNTY WATER & SEWER AUTHORITY detected?
69 contaminants were tested in JACKSON COUNTY WATER & SEWER AUTHORITY's water. Notable contaminants include chlorate, 1,4-dioxane. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does JACKSON COUNTY WATER & SEWER AUTHORITY have any EPA violations?
Yes, JACKSON COUNTY WATER & SEWER AUTHORITY has 20 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include MCL, Other, MR. 5 are health-based violations.
How many people does JACKSON COUNTY WATER & SEWER AUTHORITY serve?
JACKSON COUNTY WATER & SEWER AUTHORITY serves approximately 33,601 people, Georgia. The system provides water to 1 community: Jefferson.
What type of water does JACKSON COUNTY WATER & SEWER AUTHORITY provide?
JACKSON COUNTY WATER & SEWER AUTHORITY sources its water from purchased surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is GA1570117.
How does JACKSON COUNTY WATER & SEWER AUTHORITY compare to other utilities in Georgia?
JACKSON COUNTY WATER & SEWER AUTHORITY scores 54/100 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.