Douglas, GA: 6 Health Violations — 91/100 (2026)
3 ZIP codes · 6 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
For households in Douglas, GA water data shows a consistently above-average safety picture.
How Douglas Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Key Facts for Douglas Residents
- Your city's water systems recorded 81 violations in the past 5 years.
- Average lead level: 0.0014 mg/L.
- Homes built before 1986: 46% — older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $1,100 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 15.46 — above typical levels.
Douglas's Water Providers
Multiple utilities divide Douglas, GA's water service — 3 leading providers among 6 on the federal register.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 3 ZIP codes in Douglas, Georgia, covering 6 community water systems serving approximately 29,655 people.
3 of 3 ZIP codes (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 6 health-based violations documented.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Douglas: A (91/100)
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
Douglas water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0014 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 3 (Low Risk)
- Zone 1 (High): 0 ZIP codes
- Zone 2 (Moderate): 0 ZIP codes
- Zone 3 (Low): 3 ZIP codes
Top Contaminants
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | ZIPs Affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Treatment Technique | 32 | 3 |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Treatment Technique | 32 | 3 |
| Stage 2 DBP Rule | Treatment Technique | 16 | 3 |
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Reporting | 12 | 3 |
| Total Coliform | Microbiological | 8 | 3 |
Areas with Most Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | Violations | Health-Based | System |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31533 | A | 27 | 2 | Douglas |
| 31534 | A | 27 | 2 | Douglas |
| 31535 | A | 27 | 2 | Douglas |
All ZIP Codes in Douglas
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.
Douglas 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's in Douglas's Water?
Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.
Douglas Infrastructure Age
With 46% of homes built before 1986, lead solder in plumbing is a potential concern. The EPA banned lead solder in 1986, but many older homes retain original plumbing.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).
Housing Age Profile
Lead solder was a standard plumbing material before 1986, when federal law prohibited its use in new residential construction. In Douglas, the median build year of 1992 indicates that plumbing age is a material factor in local lead risk — with the pre-1986 share concentrated in specific neighborhoods and building types where older construction remains common.
Most homes in Douglas were built after 1986, reducing the risk of lead contamination from plumbing. Older homes should still be tested.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.
How Remediation Costs Compare in Douglas
Across Douglas, the equity share taken up by estimated remediation is small — a favorable ratio for most property owners.
Remediation costs in Douglas are relatively low compared to home values. The $683–$1,800 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 40% below the Georgia average.
Douglas: Lead Risk & Vulnerable Populations
Why children are most at risk: The CDC states there is no safe level of lead exposure for children. Children under 6 absorb lead more readily than adults, and even low levels can cause developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioral problems.
Despite citywide averages serving as the standard public reference point, those aggregates cannot resolve what is happening at one specific faucet — and where 46% of Douglas homes come from before the solder rule or where utility samples sit at or above the action mark, the gap between system data and faucet reality matters more than it does in lower-exposure communities. An in-home draw closes that gap, with certified filtration through retailer networks available where confirmed faucet results warrant additional measures.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Douglas: Flood History & Water Damage Risk
Across the NFIP's long tracking period, Douglas shows 27 claims and 67% of ZIP codes within FEMA-designated flood zones — figures that place it in moderate flood exposure territory. At this level, the water-quality implications of flooding — contaminated wells, stressed treatment intake, distribution backflow — move from theoretical edge cases to genuine periodic risks, particularly during higher-severity events.
Douglas has a moderate flood history with 27 FEMA claims averaging $15,184 per payout. 67% of ZIP codes fall within FEMA flood zones. Flood events can contaminate drinking water and overwhelm treatment systems.
How flooding affects water quality: Flood events can introduce sewage, agricultural runoff, and industrial chemicals into water supplies. Even after floodwaters recede, contamination can persist in wells and aging infrastructure. Flood damage can add significantly to the estimated <strong>$1,100</strong> remediation cost per household.
Residents in flood-prone areas should consider flood insurance even outside FEMA zones — over 25% of flood claims come from low-to-moderate risk areas. After any flood event, test your water before drinking.
Source: FEMA National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) claims data, FEMA flood zone designations.
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