C59/100
PEARSON — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,200 people · Georgia
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
GA0030000
Violations
34
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
4
Violations (last 5yr)
2
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: May 1, 2025 – May 31, 2025Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Reporting violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 17, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 3Unresolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
TIER 3Unresolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
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 PEARSON
Is PEARSON water safe to drink?
PEARSON water receives a grade of C (59/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 34 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has PEARSON detected?
1 contaminants were tested in PEARSON's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does PEARSON have any EPA violations?
Yes, PEARSON has 34 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include MON, RPT, Other. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does PEARSON serve?
PEARSON serves approximately 2,200 people, Georgia. The system provides water to 1 community: Pearson.
What type of water does PEARSON provide?
PEARSON sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is GA0030000.
How does PEARSON compare to other utilities in Georgia?
PEARSON scores 59/100 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.