F15/100
SARDIS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,053 people · Georgia
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
GA0330002
Violations
62
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
4
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: January 7, 2023 – November 30, 2022Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: October 1, 2022 – December 12, 2022Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2022 – December 12, 2022Enforcement: 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: November 1, 2021 – November 30, 2021Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: 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 SARDIS
Is SARDIS water safe to drink?
SARDIS water receives a grade of F (15/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 62 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has SARDIS detected?
1 contaminants were tested in SARDIS's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does SARDIS have any EPA violations?
Yes, SARDIS has 62 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include Other, MON, MR. 5 are health-based violations.
How many people does SARDIS serve?
SARDIS serves approximately 1,053 people, Georgia. The system provides water to 1 community: Sardis.
What type of water does SARDIS provide?
SARDIS sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is GA0330002.
How does SARDIS compare to other utilities in Georgia?
SARDIS scores 15/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Georgia state page for a full comparison of water systems.