A83/100
MCRAE-HELENA — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 7,857 people · Georgia
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
GA2710003
Violations
6
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
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2021.
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 MCRAE-HELENA
Is MCRAE-HELENA water safe to drink?
MCRAE-HELENA water receives a grade of A (83/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 31 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has MCRAE-HELENA detected?
31 contaminants were tested in MCRAE-HELENA's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does MCRAE-HELENA have any EPA violations?
Yes, MCRAE-HELENA has 6 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2021. Violation types include Other, MON, MCL. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does MCRAE-HELENA serve?
MCRAE-HELENA serves approximately 7,857 people, Georgia. The system provides water to 1 community: Mcrae.
What type of water does MCRAE-HELENA provide?
MCRAE-HELENA sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is GA2710003.
How does MCRAE-HELENA compare to other utilities in Georgia?
MCRAE-HELENA scores 83/100 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.