B68/100
PICKENS COUNTY WATER AUTH. — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 7,153 people · Georgia
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
GA2270002
Violations
12
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 2.90 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
EPA Violation History
3
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
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, 2024 – September 11, 2025Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: September 1, 2024 – September 30, 2024Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2024 – July 16, 2024Enforcement: 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 PICKENS COUNTY WATER AUTH.
Is PICKENS COUNTY WATER AUTH. water safe to drink?
PICKENS COUNTY WATER AUTH. water receives a grade of B (68/100), which is considered good. Out of 35 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has PICKENS COUNTY WATER AUTH. detected?
35 contaminants were tested in PICKENS COUNTY WATER AUTH.'s water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does PICKENS COUNTY WATER AUTH. have any EPA violations?
Yes, PICKENS COUNTY WATER AUTH. has 12 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include MR, MON, Other. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does PICKENS COUNTY WATER AUTH. serve?
PICKENS COUNTY WATER AUTH. serves approximately 7,153 people, Georgia.
What type of water does PICKENS COUNTY WATER AUTH. provide?
PICKENS COUNTY WATER AUTH. 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 GA2270002.
How does PICKENS COUNTY WATER AUTH. compare to other utilities in Georgia?
PICKENS COUNTY WATER AUTH. scores 68/100 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.