CITY REPORT GA HEALTH VIOLATIONS: 13

Buena Vista, GA - Home Safety Score unavailable

1 ZIP code · 3 water systems · Updated

Data: EPA SDWIS

ZIP Codes

Water Systems

ZIPs Linked to Systems with Violations

Zone 3

County Radon Potential (Low)

$120K

Median Home Value

$600

Est. Remediation (0.5% of home value)

What You Should Know About Buena Vista Water

Your city's water systems recorded 45 violations since 2021.
Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0016 mg/L.
Homes built before 1986: 46% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
Estimated remediation: $600 per household.
Health risk index (ZipCheckup composite of CDC data): 16.44.

Who Supplies Your Water in Buena Vista

Because each listed system has its own federal record, violations at one of the 3 shown below do not apply to the others among the 3 tied to Buena Vista, GA.

Marion County Water System
Serves ~5,875 people 3 violations
Ellaville
Serves ~3,295 people 3 violations
Buena Vista
Serves ~1,422 people 39 violations

Overview

We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Buena Vista, Georgia (population ~4,550), covering 3 community water systems serving approximately 10,592 people region-wide. The EPA snapshots used for this build directly map water systems to 1 of 1 ZIP codes.

1 of 1 ZIP code with a reported violation count in the available EPA record (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 13 health-based violations appear in the available health breakdown.

Water Sources

Buena Vista water systems draw from: Groundwater.

Lead & Copper

Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0016 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
0 of 1 ZIP code with known status exceed the EPA lead action level

Radon Risk

1 of 1 ZIP records with known zones is in EPA Radon Zone 3.

The EPA recommends testing all homes regardless of radon zone. County radon zones cannot replace an in-home radon test.

Top Contaminants

Contaminant	Category	Violations	ZIPs Affected
Combined Radium (-226 and -228)	Radionuclides	34	1
Public Notice Rule	Reporting	28	1
Gross Alpha (excl. radon and uranium)	Radionuclides	8	1
Combined Uranium	Radionuclides	8	1
Lead and Copper Rule Revisions	Treatment Technique	4	1

Areas with Most Violations

ZIP Code	Safety Score	Violations	Health-Based	System
31803	—	45	13	Buena Vista

All ZIP Codes in Buena Vista

31803 - 45 violations ⚠

Data Sources

Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
Lead/copper: EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data
Radon: EPA Map of Radon Zones

Reporting periods vary by source. Missing data is shown as unavailable, not as zero.

Health Outcomes in Buena Vista

10.8%

Asthma (US: 9.8%)

18.7%

Diabetes (US: 10.4%)

18%

Poor Mental Health (US: 14.8%)

Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). County health indicators are shown for context only and are not linked to this area's water records.

Compared to National Average

Asthma 10.8% ↑

Diabetes 18.7% ↑

Mental Health 18% ↑

Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national

Top Contaminants in Buena Vista Water

Combined Radium (-226 and -228) 34 violations

Radionuclides · EPA regulatory level for the contaminant named above: 5 pCi/L

Public Notice Rule 28 violations

Reporting

Gross Alpha (excl. radon and uranium) 8 violations

Radionuclides · EPA regulatory level for the contaminant named above: 15 pCi/L

Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.

Housing & Infrastructure in Buena Vista

1981

Median Build Year

46%

Built Before 1986

19%

Built Before 1970

Copper

Likely Pipe Material

With 46% of homes built before 1986, lead solder in plumbing is a potential concern. Federal law banned lead solder in drinking-water plumbing in 1986, but many older homes retain original plumbing.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).

Housing Age Profile

For a household in Buena Vista, a certified lab test of tap water answers what the median build year of 1981 cannot.

1981

Median Year Built

46%

Pre-1986 (lead solder era; lead paint banned 1978)

19%

Pre-1970 (Lead Pipes Risk)

Pre-1970 (19%) 1970–1986 (27%) Post-1986 (54%)

Most homes in Buena Vista were built after 1986; lead exposure at a tap still depends on its service line and plumbing. Older homes should still be tested.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.

Cost Context: What Remediation Means for Buena Vista Homeowners

Relative to home values, Buena Vista remediation estimates run low.

Median Home Value

$120,200

Est. Remediation

$600

Remediation as % of home value 0.5%

Estimated remediation costs in Buena Vista can be compared with local home values. The $300–$1,500 estimated range can be set against the median property value; actual costs vary by home. Home values are 45% below the Georgia average.

Lead Exposure Risk for Children in Buena Vista

46%

Homes Built Before 1986

0.0016

mg/L average of reported water-system 90th-percentile lead results (the 0.015 action level applies to each system's result, not to this average)

Why children are most at risk: The CDC states that no safe blood lead level in children has been identified. Children under 6 absorb lead more readily than adults, and even low levels can cause developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioral problems.

If you have young children or are pregnant, consider testing your home's water - especially if your home was built before 1986.

Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.

Deep Dive Reports

Detailed analysis for Buena Vista, GA

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Water Quality

EPA violations, contaminant data, and water system grades

45 EPA violations

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Lead Risk

Lead levels, housing age, and pipe risk assessment

0.0016 mg/L average of reported 90th-percentile lead results

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Infrastructure

Water system age, source indicators, and CO/gas safety

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many violations are on record for water systems serving Buena Vista?

EPA records list 45 EPA violations, including 13 health-based violations for Buena Vista water systems. These water-system violations are shown for 1 mapped ZIP code.

Does Buena Vista water have lead?

The average of the reported 90th-percentile lead results across the ZIP codes of Buena Vista is 0.0016 mg/L. The EPA action level of 0.015 mg/L applies to each water system's own 90th percentile, not to this average. EPA's health goal for lead is zero. Lead levels can vary by home - testing is recommended especially in older properties.

How many water systems serve Buena Vista?

Our records map 3 water systems to 1 ZIP code in Buena Vista. The related population figure in our data is approximately 4,550 people; it is not a count of people served citywide.

How much does it cost to fix water issues in Buena Vista?

Estimated remediation cost per household in Buena Vista: $600; modeled range $300 to $1,500. Estimated costs may include filtration, pipe replacement, radon mitigation, or flood protection where applicable.

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