B70/100
PAULDING COUNTY WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 117,468 people · Georgia
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
GA2230002
Violations
8
Contaminant Test Results
3 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOA | 0.004 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
chlorate | 392.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
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 2010.
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 PAULDING COUNTY WATER SYSTEM
Is PAULDING COUNTY WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
PAULDING COUNTY WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of B (70/100), which is considered good. Out of 69 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 3 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has PAULDING COUNTY WATER SYSTEM detected?
69 contaminants were tested in PAULDING COUNTY WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include PFOA, Lead (90th percentile), chlorate. 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 3 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does PAULDING COUNTY WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, PAULDING COUNTY WATER SYSTEM has 8 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2010. Violation types include Other, MCL, MR. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does PAULDING COUNTY WATER SYSTEM serve?
PAULDING COUNTY WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 117,468 people, Georgia. The system provides water to 1 community: Dallas.
What type of water does PAULDING COUNTY WATER SYSTEM provide?
PAULDING COUNTY WATER SYSTEM sources its water from surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is GA2230002.
How does PAULDING COUNTY WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Georgia?
PAULDING COUNTY WATER SYSTEM scores 70/100 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.