B66/100

METTER — Water Quality Report 2026

Serving 4,776 people · Georgia

Water Source
Groundwater
County
System ID
GA0430000
Violations
18

Contaminant Test Results

EPA Violation History

3

Violations (last 5yr)

3

Unresolved

0

Health-Related

TIER 3Unresolved

Reporting Violation

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: July 2, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Unresolved

Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: January 1, 2025 – December 31, 2025Rule: Stage 2 DBPRVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Unresolved

Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: January 1, 2025 – December 31, 2025Rule: Stage 2 DBPRVerify on EPA.gov

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 METTER

Is METTER water safe to drink?

METTER water receives a grade of B (66/100), which is considered good. Out of 31 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. The water meets federal safety standards.

What contaminants has METTER detected?

31 contaminants were tested in METTER's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.

Does METTER have any EPA violations?

Yes, METTER has 18 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include RPT, MR, MON. 4 are health-based violations.

How many people does METTER serve?

METTER serves approximately 4,776 people, Georgia. The system provides water to 1 community: Metter.

What type of water does METTER provide?

METTER sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is GA0430000.

How does METTER compare to other utilities in Georgia?

METTER scores 66/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our Georgia state page for a full comparison of water systems.

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