C44/100
MITCHELL COUNTY WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,050 people · Georgia
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
GA2050034
Violations
49
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | < 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
2
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: December 1, 2021 – December 31, 2021Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2021 – November 18, 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 MITCHELL COUNTY WATER SYSTEM
Is MITCHELL COUNTY WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
MITCHELL COUNTY WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of C (44/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 49 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has MITCHELL COUNTY WATER SYSTEM detected?
1 contaminants were tested in MITCHELL COUNTY WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does MITCHELL COUNTY WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, MITCHELL COUNTY WATER SYSTEM has 49 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2021. Violation types include MON, Other, MR. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does MITCHELL COUNTY WATER SYSTEM serve?
MITCHELL COUNTY WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 2,050 people, Georgia. The system provides water to 1 community: Camilla.
What type of water does MITCHELL COUNTY WATER SYSTEM provide?
MITCHELL COUNTY WATER SYSTEM sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is GA2050034.
How does MITCHELL COUNTY WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Georgia?
MITCHELL COUNTY WATER SYSTEM 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.