Chestnut Mountain, GA Water Safety: 53/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated 2026-06-03
The latest EPA cycle for Chestnut Mountain shows a low safety grade within GA — compliance gaps have persisted over multiple reporting periods, and the city currently holds a low grade in available EPA data.
How Chestnut Mountain Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Key Facts for Chestnut Mountain Residents
- Estimated remediation: $400 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 12.83 — above typical levels.
Chestnut Mountain's Water Providers
A single dominant system supplies most of Chestnut Mountain, GA. That utility controls infrastructure decisions, rate structures, and EPA compliance reporting for most residential addresses served across those 1 tracked system.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Chestnut Mountain, Georgia, covering 1 community water system serving approximately 140,000 people.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Chestnut Mountain — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Chestnut Mountain: D (53/100)
The score combines three factors:
| Factor | What It Measures |
|---|---|
| Water Quality | EPA violations and compliance history |
| Lead Levels | 90th percentile lead concentration vs EPA action level |
| Radon Risk | EPA radon zone classification |
Water Sources
Chestnut Mountain water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Chestnut Mountain
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)
The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.
Areas with No Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | System | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30502 | D | GAINESVILLE | 140,000 |
All ZIP Codes in Chestnut Mountain
- 30502 [D]
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
Updated daily.
Chestnut Mountain Community Health Snapshot
Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). Water contamination can correlate with respiratory and chronic health conditions.
Compared to National Average
Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national
What You Can Do in Chestnut Mountain
- Test your water at home. City-level data shows averages — your tap may differ. NSF-certified test kits cost $20-40 and give results in days.
- Install a certified water filter. An NSF-certified pitcher or under-sink filter removes most common contaminants.
- Check your home's plumbing. Homes built before 1986 may have lead solder in pipes. A licensed plumber can assess your risk.
- Review your water system's CCR. Your utility publishes an annual Consumer Confidence Report with detailed test results. Request it or find it online.
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Chestnut Mountain, GA