Water Quality in Kathleen, GA: No Violations - Grade N/A
3 water systems · 1 directly mapped ZIP records
Available EPA records report no violations across 1 directly mapped ZIP records with known counts for Kathleen. This does not cover unavailable records or guarantee a specific tap is contaminant-free.
Data: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
Water Quality by ZIP Code in Kathleen
This table shows typed EPA water evidence only. Missing violation counts are displayed as N/A, not zero.
| ZIP Code | Violations | Health | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31047 | 0 | 0 | View report → |
Water Quality Overview
Kathleen, Georgia has directly mapped EPA water-system data for 1 ZIP codes. This page reports typed compliance facts and does not relabel the multi-source Home Safety Score as a drinking-water grade.
The available EPA records report no violations across 1 directly mapped ZIP record with reported counts for Kathleen. This does not guarantee the absence of contaminants.
Lead Levels
The average 90th percentile lead level across Kathleen water systems is 0.0014 mg/L - within EPA limits. No exceedances appear among the 1 ZIP records with known lead status.
Water Systems Serving Kathleen
Kathleen is served by 3 community water systems regulated under the Safe Drinking Water Act. These systems collectively serve approximately 19,945 people across 1 ZIP code.
Each water system is identified by a Public Water System ID (PWSID) and is required to:
- Test for over 90 regulated contaminants on a regular schedule
- Report results to the EPA and state regulators
- Issue an annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) to all customers
- Take corrective action when violations occur
How to Check Your Water in Kathleen
Enter your ZIP code on ZipCheckup to see your specific water system data, including contaminant levels and violation history
Request your CCR - your water utility must provide an annual Consumer Confidence Report with detailed test results for all monitored contaminants
Get a home test - certified kits cost $20–$50 and test for lead, bacteria, and common contaminants. Professional lab tests ($150–$400) cover a broader panel
Consider filtration - NSF-certified filters can remove specific contaminants. Reverse osmosis removes the broadest range; activated carbon is effective for chlorine and many organics
Check for advisories - monitor your local utility website and local news for boil water advisories or system alerts
Kathleen vs. Nearby Georgia Cities
How Kathleen's water quality compares to similar cities in Georgia:
| City | Direct EPA ZIPs | Violations | Systems | Population |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kathleen | 1 | 0 | 3 | 19,945 |
| Cairo | 2 | 8 | 4 | 20,323 |
| Commerce | 2 | 32 | 5 | 19,498 |
| Senoia | 1 | 31 | 5 | 19,316 |
Recommended Water Filters for Kathleen
Based on contaminants detected in Kathleen's water supply, these filter types are recommended:
Reverse Osmosis (under-sink)
- Removes: Alpha Emitters, Nitrite
- Effectiveness: 85-99%
- Cost range: $150–$600
- Certification: NSF/ANSI 58
- Recommended products:
- Waterdrop G3P800
- iSpring RCC7AK
- APEC ROES-50
Common Questions About Kathleen Water
These are the most common questions residents search for about water quality in Kathleen, Georgia:
Is Kathleen water hard or soft? Water hardness varies by source. Kathleen's 3 water systems use multiple sources. Check your ZIP code report for specific hardness data.
Can I drink Kathleen tap water? City-level EPA records cannot determine safety at a specific tap. No health-based violations are recorded across 1 directly mapped ZIP records with known counts, but this is not a property-level safety guarantee.
What is the best water filter for Kathleen? Based on detected contaminants, a reverse osmosis (under-sink) filter is most recommended. See our Water Filter Matcher for personalized recommendations.
Kathleen vs. Georgia Average
Understanding how Kathleen compares to the broader Georgia average helps contextualize your local water quality. Factors like water source, treatment methods, and infrastructure age all contribute to differences between cities in the same state.
To see how individual neighborhoods compare, check the ZIP code reports below - water quality can vary significantly even within Kathleen.
ZIP Codes in Kathleen
Kathleen spans 1 ZIP code. EPA water-system coverage is available for 1 directly mapped ZIP code. Check each ZIP code for detailed contaminant data, violation history, and system information.
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
- Enforcement: EPA ECHO database
- Filter recommendations: NSF/ANSI certified products
Source reporting periods vary. See each cited source for its publication schedule.