C44/100
LEE COUNTY UTILITIES AUTHORITY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 20,194 people · Georgia
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
GA1770068
Violations
37
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
7
Violations (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
2
Health-Related
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: July 1, 2025 – July 30, 2025Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: April 1, 2025 – June 30, 2025Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: October 1, 2023 – October 26, 2023Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Unresolved
Exceeded the MCL for disinfection byproducts
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: January 1, 2023 – December 31, 2023Enforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: October 1, 2022 – September 24, 2025Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: August 14, 2022 – June 14, 2023Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2021 – August 17, 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 LEE COUNTY UTILITIES AUTHORITY
Is LEE COUNTY UTILITIES AUTHORITY water safe to drink?
LEE COUNTY UTILITIES AUTHORITY water receives a grade of C (44/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 37 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has LEE COUNTY UTILITIES AUTHORITY detected?
66 contaminants were tested in LEE COUNTY UTILITIES AUTHORITY's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does LEE COUNTY UTILITIES AUTHORITY have any EPA violations?
Yes, LEE COUNTY UTILITIES AUTHORITY has 37 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include MCL, Other, MR. 4 are health-based violations.
How many people does LEE COUNTY UTILITIES AUTHORITY serve?
LEE COUNTY UTILITIES AUTHORITY serves approximately 20,194 people, Georgia. The system provides water to 1 community: Leesburg.
What type of water does LEE COUNTY UTILITIES AUTHORITY provide?
LEE COUNTY UTILITIES AUTHORITY sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is GA1770068.
How does LEE COUNTY UTILITIES AUTHORITY compare to other utilities in Georgia?
LEE COUNTY UTILITIES AUTHORITY scores 44/100 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.