A93/100
JONES COUNTY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 12,736 people · Georgia
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
GA1690002
Violations
7
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: August 27, 2021 – January 31, 2022Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: 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 JONES COUNTY
Is JONES COUNTY water safe to drink?
JONES COUNTY water receives a grade of A (93/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 72 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has JONES COUNTY detected?
72 contaminants were tested in JONES COUNTY's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does JONES COUNTY have any EPA violations?
Yes, JONES COUNTY has 7 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2021. Violation types include Other, MON, MR.
How many people does JONES COUNTY serve?
JONES COUNTY serves approximately 12,736 people, Georgia.
What type of water does JONES COUNTY provide?
JONES COUNTY 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 GA1690002.
How does JONES COUNTY compare to other utilities in Georgia?
JONES COUNTY scores 93/100 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.