A96/100
JEKYLL ISLAND AUTHORITY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,083 people · Georgia
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
GA1270028
Violations
1
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.008 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2007.
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 JEKYLL ISLAND AUTHORITY
Is JEKYLL ISLAND AUTHORITY water safe to drink?
JEKYLL ISLAND AUTHORITY water receives a grade of A (96/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has JEKYLL ISLAND AUTHORITY detected?
1 contaminants were tested in JEKYLL ISLAND AUTHORITY's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does JEKYLL ISLAND AUTHORITY have any EPA violations?
Yes, JEKYLL ISLAND AUTHORITY has 1 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2007. Violation types include Other.
How many people does JEKYLL ISLAND AUTHORITY serve?
JEKYLL ISLAND AUTHORITY serves approximately 2,083 people, Georgia. The system provides water to 1 community: Jekyll Island.
What type of water does JEKYLL ISLAND AUTHORITY provide?
JEKYLL ISLAND AUTHORITY sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is GA1270028.
How does JEKYLL ISLAND AUTHORITY compare to other utilities in Georgia?
JEKYLL ISLAND AUTHORITY scores 96/100 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.