A95/100
TOWNS COUNTY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 11,791 people · Georgia
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
GA2810007
Violations
5
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2007.
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 TOWNS COUNTY
Is TOWNS COUNTY water safe to drink?
TOWNS COUNTY water receives a grade of A (95/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 31 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has TOWNS COUNTY detected?
31 contaminants were tested in TOWNS COUNTY's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does TOWNS COUNTY have any EPA violations?
Yes, TOWNS COUNTY has 5 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2007. Violation types include MR, Other.
How many people does TOWNS COUNTY serve?
TOWNS COUNTY serves approximately 11,791 people, Georgia. The system provides water to 1 community: Young Harris.
What type of water does TOWNS COUNTY provide?
TOWNS COUNTY 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 GA2810007.
How does TOWNS COUNTY compare to other utilities in Georgia?
TOWNS COUNTY scores 95/100 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.