A90/100
TIFTON-TIFT COUNTY WATER SYSTEM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 27,589 people · Georgia
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
GA2770001
Violations
3
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
chlorate | 345.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2008.
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 TIFTON-TIFT COUNTY WATER SYSTEM
Is TIFTON-TIFT COUNTY WATER SYSTEM water safe to drink?
TIFTON-TIFT COUNTY WATER SYSTEM water receives a grade of A (90/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 66 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has TIFTON-TIFT COUNTY WATER SYSTEM detected?
66 contaminants were tested in TIFTON-TIFT COUNTY WATER SYSTEM's water. Notable contaminants include chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does TIFTON-TIFT COUNTY WATER SYSTEM have any EPA violations?
Yes, TIFTON-TIFT COUNTY WATER SYSTEM has 3 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2008. Violation types include Other, MR, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does TIFTON-TIFT COUNTY WATER SYSTEM serve?
TIFTON-TIFT COUNTY WATER SYSTEM serves approximately 27,589 people, Georgia. The system provides water to 1 community: Tifton.
What type of water does TIFTON-TIFT COUNTY WATER SYSTEM provide?
TIFTON-TIFT COUNTY WATER SYSTEM sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is GA2770001.
How does TIFTON-TIFT COUNTY WATER SYSTEM compare to other utilities in Georgia?
TIFTON-TIFT COUNTY WATER SYSTEM scores 90/100 with a grade of A (excellent). This places it among the higher-performing utilities in the state. Visit our Georgia state page for a full comparison of water systems.