C43/100
USN-KINGS BAY SUBMARINE BASE — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 9,730 people · Georgia
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
GA0390013
Violations
18
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1500.00 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.011 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2012.
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 USN-KINGS BAY SUBMARINE BASE
Is USN-KINGS BAY SUBMARINE BASE water safe to drink?
USN-KINGS BAY SUBMARINE BASE water receives a grade of C (43/100), which is considered fair. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 18 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has USN-KINGS BAY SUBMARINE BASE detected?
32 contaminants were tested in USN-KINGS BAY SUBMARINE BASE's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does USN-KINGS BAY SUBMARINE BASE have any EPA violations?
Yes, USN-KINGS BAY SUBMARINE BASE has 18 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2012. Violation types include Other, MCL, MR. 7 are health-based violations.
How many people does USN-KINGS BAY SUBMARINE BASE serve?
USN-KINGS BAY SUBMARINE BASE serves approximately 9,730 people, Georgia. The system provides water to 1 community: Kings Bay (U.S. Navy).
What type of water does USN-KINGS BAY SUBMARINE BASE provide?
USN-KINGS BAY SUBMARINE BASE sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is GA0390013.
How does USN-KINGS BAY SUBMARINE BASE compare to other utilities in Georgia?
USN-KINGS BAY SUBMARINE BASE scores 43/100 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.