A82/100
MIDDLE GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,500 people · Georgia
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
GA0230003
Violations
11
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.007 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
4
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: April 1, 2025 – April 30, 2025Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Failed to issue ongoing public notification
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 1, 2022 – October 20, 2023Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
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, 2022 – December 31, 2022Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2021 – October 28, 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 MIDDLE GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY
Is MIDDLE GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY water safe to drink?
MIDDLE GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY water receives a grade of A (82/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has MIDDLE GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY detected?
1 contaminants were tested in MIDDLE GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does MIDDLE GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY have any EPA violations?
Yes, MIDDLE GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY has 11 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include MON, MR, Other. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does MIDDLE GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY serve?
MIDDLE GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY serves approximately 1,500 people, Georgia. The system provides water to 1 community: Cochran.
What type of water does MIDDLE GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY provide?
MIDDLE GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is GA0230003.
How does MIDDLE GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY compare to other utilities in Georgia?
MIDDLE GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY scores 82/100 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.