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Ellenwood, GA: 8 Violations - Home Safety 77/100

1 ZIP code · 4 water systems · Updated

ZipCheckup grade for Ellenwood: B.

This ZIP has a few items worth a quick check.

Across Ellenwood, GA, the overall grade falls in the upper range - a summary score, not a measurement taken at any single tap.

How Ellenwood Compares

Ellenwood77/100
Georgia avg74/100
National avg73/100

Data: EPA SDWIS

1
ZIP Codes
4
Water Systems
1
ZIPs Linked to Systems with Violations
B · 77
Avg Safety Score
Zone 1
County Radon Potential (High)
$233K
Median Home Value
$500
Est. Remediation (0.2% of home value)

What You Should Know About Ellenwood Water

  • Your city's water systems recorded 8 violations since 2021.
  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0055 mg/L.
  • Homes built before 1986: 28% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
  • Estimated remediation: $500 per household.
  • Health risk index (ZipCheckup composite of CDC data): 14.32.

Who Supplies Your Water in Ellenwood

More than one public water system is linked to Ellenwood, GA: federal records tie 4 systems to the area, and the 3 with the largest reported service populations are shown below. Which of them supplies a particular address depends on where the property sits, and a water bill or the utility can confirm it.

Overview

We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Ellenwood, Georgia (population ~43,076), covering 4 community water systems serving approximately 1,229,066 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. The available record reports no health-based violations for this measured scope.

Home Safety Score

Average Home Safety Score for Ellenwood: B (77/100)

Model 4.0.0 uses four measured components across three equally weighted domains. If a required domain is unavailable, no score is published:

Factor What It Measures
Water Quality EPA violations and compliance history
PFAS MCL Screen UCMR 5 testing against the covered federal MCLs
Radon Risk EPA radon zone classification
Annual AQI EPA AirData county-year median with at least 90 observed days

Water Sources

Ellenwood water systems draw from: Groundwater, Surface water.

Lead & Copper

  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0055 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 1.

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
Consumer Confidence Rule Reporting 10 1
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 4 1
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Technique 2 1

Areas with Most Violations

ZIP Code Safety Score Violations Health-Based System
30294 B 8 0 Clayton County Water Authority

All ZIP Codes in Ellenwood

  • 30294 [B] - 8 violations

Data Sources

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

Health Outcomes in Ellenwood

11.4%
Asthma (US: 9.8%)
16.2%
Diabetes (US: 10.4%)
19.2%
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 11.4% ↑
Diabetes 16.2% ↑
Mental Health 19.2% ↑

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

Top Contaminants in Ellenwood Water

Consumer Confidence Rule 10 violations
Reporting
Revised Total Coliform Rule 4 violations
Microbiological
Indicates possible bacterial contamination
Lead and Copper Rule 2 violations
Treatment Technique
Developmental delays in children, kidney damage

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

Housing & Infrastructure in Ellenwood

1993
Median Build Year
28%
Built Before 1986
8%
Built Before 1970
Copper
Likely Pipe Material

Housing age data helps assess potential lead pipe and infrastructure risks. Newer housing stock generally means lower plumbing-related contamination risk.

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

Housing Age Profile

If your home in Ellenwood predates 1986, testing the tap is the direct way to learn about lead; the median build year of 1993 cannot answer that for you.

1993
Median Year Built
28%
Pre-1986 (lead solder era; lead paint banned 1978)
8%
Pre-1970 (Lead Pipes Risk)
Pre-1970 (8%) 1970–1986 (20%) Post-1986 (72%)

Most homes in Ellenwood 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 Ellenwood Homeowners

Here the gap between local home values and the estimated repair bill is wide, so the percentage shown below for Ellenwood stays at or under the 1% mark.

Median Home Value
$233,300
Est. Remediation
$500
Remediation as % of home value 0.2%

Estimated remediation costs in Ellenwood can be compared with local home values. The $300–$800 estimated range can be set against the median property value; actual costs vary by home. Home values are 6% above the Georgia average.

Lead Exposure Risk for Children in Ellenwood

28%
Homes Built Before 1986
0.0055
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.

A tap test is the direct way to learn the lead level in a given Ellenwood home; 28% of local housing predates 1986.

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

Historical NFIP Claim Context in Ellenwood

15
Total FEMA Flood Claims
$33,115
Avg Reported Sum With Payment Data
100%
A/V Share of Claim-Record ZIPs

Historical NFIP data for Ellenwood contains 15 flood insurance claims. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $33,115. Among ZIP codes with claim records, 100% have an A- or V-family dominant rated zone recorded in those historical claims. This is not a complete current FEMA property-map inventory.

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. The $500 remediation estimate shown here excludes flood insurance and is not derived from NFIP claim count.

Claim count does not establish current property risk. Check the exact address in FEMA's current map and obtain a property-specific insurance quote when relevant.

Source: historical FEMA National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) claim records. No current FEMA property-map designation is asserted.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Home Safety Score mean for Ellenwood, GA?
Ellenwood has an average Home Safety Score of 77/100 (Grade B) under ZipCheckup model 4.0.0, an area-level model that draws on EPA water compliance records, PFAS screening, EPA radon zones, and annual EPA air quality data; see the methodology page for how inputs and coverage are handled. 8 violations appear in EPA records for water systems mapped to these ZIP codes. Check individual ZIP code reports for component details.
How many violations are on record for water systems serving Ellenwood?
EPA records list 8 EPA violations for Ellenwood water systems. These water-system violations are shown for 1 mapped ZIP code.
Does Ellenwood water have lead?
The average of the reported 90th-percentile lead results across the ZIP codes of Ellenwood is 0.0055 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 does Ellenwood compare to Georgia average?
Ellenwood has an average Home Safety Score of 77/100, which is at or above the Georgia state average of 74/100 for the same model series.
How many water systems serve Ellenwood?
Our records map 4 water systems to 1 ZIP code in Ellenwood. The related population figure in our data is approximately 43,076 people; it is not a count of people served citywide.
How much does it cost to fix water issues in Ellenwood?
Estimated remediation cost per household in Ellenwood: $500; modeled range $300 to $800. Estimated costs may include filtration, pipe replacement, radon mitigation, or flood protection where applicable.
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APA ZipCheckup. (2026). Ellenwood, GA: 8 Violations - Home Safety 77/100. https://zipcheckup.com/cities/ga/ellenwood/
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Page version: October 2026.

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