C54/100
LINCOLNTON — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,657 people · Georgia
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
GA1810000
Violations
15
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
3
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: October 1, 2023 – December 31, 2023Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: October 1, 2023 – November 13, 2023Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: October 1, 2022 – December 6, 2022Enforcement: 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 LINCOLNTON
Is LINCOLNTON water safe to drink?
LINCOLNTON water receives a grade of C (54/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 15 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has LINCOLNTON detected?
1 contaminants were tested in LINCOLNTON's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does LINCOLNTON have any EPA violations?
Yes, LINCOLNTON has 15 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include MCL, Other, MON. 7 are health-based violations.
How many people does LINCOLNTON serve?
LINCOLNTON serves approximately 1,657 people, Georgia. The system provides water to 1 community: Lincolnton.
What type of water does LINCOLNTON provide?
LINCOLNTON 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 GA1810000.
How does LINCOLNTON compare to other utilities in Georgia?
LINCOLNTON 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.