Lovejoy, GA Water Safety: 53/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 2 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Systems across Lovejoy show elevated violation counts against GA benchmarks — the low safety grade reflects that ongoing compliance pattern.
How Lovejoy Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Lovejoy Water: The Quick Version
- Estimated remediation: $1,000 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 14.32 — above typical levels.
Water Systems Serving Lovejoy
Federal drinking water records identify 2 systems in Lovejoy, GA. The leading 2 providers serve the largest share of residential connections, each operating as a separate entity with its own rate authority, infrastructure management, and EPA compliance obligations — so service conditions are not uniform city-wide.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Lovejoy, Georgia (population ~606), covering 2 community water systems serving approximately 305,679 people region-wide.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Lovejoy — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Lovejoy: 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
Lovejoy water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Lovejoy
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30250 | D | CLAYTON COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY | 298,374 |
All ZIP Codes in Lovejoy
- 30250 [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.
CDC Health Data for Lovejoy
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 Lovejoy
- 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 Lovejoy, GA