C52/100
PORTERDALE — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,944 people · Georgia
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
GA2170014
Violations
21
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
8
Violations (last 5yr)
6
Unresolved
2
Health-Related
TIER 2Unresolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
TIER 2Unresolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: April 1, 2025 – June 30, 2025Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2024 – August 5, 2024Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Unresolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
TIER 3Unresolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
TIER 3Unresolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
TIER 3Unresolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2021 – November 9, 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 PORTERDALE
Is PORTERDALE water safe to drink?
PORTERDALE water receives a grade of C (52/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 21 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has PORTERDALE detected?
1 contaminants were tested in PORTERDALE's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does PORTERDALE have any EPA violations?
Yes, PORTERDALE has 21 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include MCL, Other, MR. 6 are health-based violations.
How many people does PORTERDALE serve?
PORTERDALE serves approximately 1,944 people, Georgia. The system provides water to 1 community: Covington.
What type of water does PORTERDALE provide?
PORTERDALE 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 GA2170014.
How does PORTERDALE compare to other utilities in Georgia?
PORTERDALE scores 52/100 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.