CITY REPORT GA HEALTH VIOLATIONS: 4

De Soto, GA: 9 Violations - Home Safety Score unavailable

1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated

Data: EPA SDWIS

ZIP Codes

Water Systems

ZIPs Linked to Systems with Violations

Zone 3

County Radon Potential (Low)

$47K

Median Home Value

$600

Est. Remediation (1.3% of home value)

What You Should Know About De Soto Water

Your city's water systems recorded 9 violations since 2021.
Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0015 mg/L.
Homes built before 1986: 50% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
Estimated remediation: $600 per household.
Health risk index (ZipCheckup composite of CDC data): 15.11.

Who Supplies Your Water in De Soto

Here the list of water systems for De Soto, GA has a single entry, while the figure of 1 count every system federal data connect to the area's ZIP codes.

Lee County Utilities Authority
Serves ~20,194 people 9 violations

Overview

We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in De Soto, Georgia (population ~359), covering 1 community water system serving approximately 20,194 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. 4 health-based violations appear in the available health breakdown.

Water Sources

De Soto water systems draw from: Groundwater.

Lead & Copper

Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0015 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
Fluoride	Inorganic	8	1
Consumer Confidence Rule	Reporting	6	1
Nitrate-Nitrite	Inorganic	2	1
Public Notice Rule	Reporting	2	1

Areas with Most Violations

ZIP Code	Safety Score	Violations	Health-Based	System
31743	—	9	4	Lee County Utilities Authority

All ZIP Codes in De Soto

31743 - 9 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 De Soto

11.3%

Asthma (US: 9.8%)

16.7%

Diabetes (US: 10.4%)

19.1%

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 11.3% ↑

Diabetes 16.7% ↑

Mental Health 19.1% ↑

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

Top Contaminants in De Soto Water

Fluoride 8 violations

Inorganic · EPA regulatory level for the contaminant named above: 4 mg/L

Long-term fluoride exposure above the MCL: bone disease

Consumer Confidence Rule 6 violations

Reporting

Nitrate-Nitrite 2 violations

Inorganic · EPA regulatory level for the contaminant named above: 10 mg/L

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

Housing & Infrastructure in De Soto

1984

Median Build Year

50%

Built Before 1986

34%

Built Before 1970

Copper

Likely Pipe Material

With 50% 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

If you live in one of the pre-1986 homes in De Soto, a certified lab test for lead is the direct way to learn what your tap delivers; the median build year of 1984 is only context.

1984

Median Year Built

50%

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

34%

Pre-1970 (Lead Pipes Risk)

Pre-1970 (34%) 1970–1986 (16%) Post-1986 (50%)

Over half of homes in De Soto were built before 1986, when federal law began restricting lead solder in drinking-water plumbing. Older plumbing may leach lead into drinking water, especially with corrosive water chemistry.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.

Cost Context: What Remediation Means for De Soto Homeowners

The cost-to-value ratio for De Soto is moderate by this page's scale.

Median Home Value

$46,700

Est. Remediation

$600

Remediation as % of home value 1.3%

Estimated remediation costs in De Soto can be compared with local home values. The estimated $300–$1,500 range is a planning estimate; get a property-specific quote and check it against your budget. Home values are 79% below the Georgia average.

Lead Exposure Risk for Children in De Soto

50%

Homes Built Before 1986

0.0015

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 De Soto, GA

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Water Quality

EPA violations, contaminant data, and water system grades

9 EPA violations

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Lead Risk

Lead levels, housing age, and pipe risk assessment

0.0015 mg/L average of reported 90th-percentile lead results

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Air Quality

AQI data, wildfire smoke risk, mold risk, and health tips

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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 De Soto?

EPA records list 9 EPA violations, including 4 health-based violations for De Soto water systems. These water-system violations are shown for 1 mapped ZIP code.

Does De Soto water have lead?

The average of the reported 90th-percentile lead results across the ZIP codes of De Soto is 0.0015 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 De Soto?

Our records map 1 water system to 1 ZIP code in De Soto. The related population figure in our data is approximately 359 people; it is not a count of people served citywide.

How much does it cost to fix water issues in De Soto?

Estimated remediation cost per household in De Soto: $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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