D37/100
QUITMAN — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 5,612 people · Georgia
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
GA0270002
Violations
36
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2018.
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 QUITMAN
Is QUITMAN water safe to drink?
QUITMAN water receives a grade of D (37/100), which is considered poor. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 36 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has QUITMAN detected?
31 contaminants were tested in QUITMAN's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does QUITMAN have any EPA violations?
Yes, QUITMAN has 36 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2018. Violation types include MON, MR, MCL. 6 are health-based violations.
How many people does QUITMAN serve?
QUITMAN serves approximately 5,612 people, Georgia. The system provides water to 1 community: Quitman.
What type of water does QUITMAN provide?
QUITMAN sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is GA0270002.
How does QUITMAN compare to other utilities in Georgia?
QUITMAN scores 37/100 with a grade of D (poor). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Georgia state page for a full comparison of water systems.