A83/100
NORTH FULTON COUNTY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 434,517 people · Georgia
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
GA1210005
Violations
10
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
2
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: October 1, 2023 – October 25, 2023Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2023 – October 25, 2023Enforcement: 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 NORTH FULTON COUNTY
Is NORTH FULTON COUNTY water safe to drink?
NORTH FULTON COUNTY water receives a grade of A (83/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 76 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has NORTH FULTON COUNTY detected?
76 contaminants were tested in NORTH FULTON COUNTY's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does NORTH FULTON COUNTY have any EPA violations?
Yes, NORTH FULTON COUNTY has 10 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include Other, MR, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does NORTH FULTON COUNTY serve?
NORTH FULTON COUNTY serves approximately 434,517 people, Georgia.
What type of water does NORTH FULTON COUNTY provide?
NORTH FULTON COUNTY sources its water from purchased surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is GA1210005.
How does NORTH FULTON COUNTY compare to other utilities in Georgia?
NORTH FULTON COUNTY 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.