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Tignall, GA: 1 Violation — 99/100 (2026)

1 ZIP code · 2 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03

Water systems in Tignall, GA serve households with few reported safety events.

How Tignall Compares

Tignall99/100
Georgia avg75/100
National avg67/100

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03

1
ZIP Codes
2
Water Systems
1
ZIPs with Violations
A · 99
Avg Safety Score
Zone 3
Radon Risk (Low)
$121K
Median Home Value

What You Should Know About Tignall Water

  • Your city's water systems recorded 1 violation in the past 5 years.
  • Average lead level: 0.0022 mg/L.
  • Homes built before 1986: 65% — older plumbing may contain lead solder.
  • CDC health risk index: 16.54 — above typical levels.

Who Supplies Your Water in Tignall

With 2 utilities splitting service in Tignall, GA, water accountability is distributed across 2 systems on the federal record.

Lincolnton
Serves ~1,657 people · 1 violation
99
/100
Tignall Water System
Serves ~729 people · 1 violation
99
/100

Overview

We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Tignall, Georgia, covering 2 community water systems serving approximately 2,336 people.

1 of 1 ZIP code (100%) have recorded EPA violations. All violations are monitoring/reporting type.

Home Safety Score

Average Home Safety Score for Tignall: A (99/100)

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

Tignall water systems draw from: Groundwater.

Lead & Copper

  • Average lead level (90th percentile): 0.0022 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)

Top Contaminants

Contaminant Category Violations ZIPs Affected
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Technique 2 1

Areas with Most Violations

ZIP Code Safety Score Violations Health-Based System
30668 A 1 0 Tignall Water System

All ZIP Codes in Tignall

  • 30668 [A] — 1 violation

Data Sources

Updated daily.

Health Outcomes in Tignall

10.8%
Asthma (US: 9.8%)
18.9%
Diabetes (US: 10.4%)
17.6%
Poor Mental Health (US: 14.8%)

Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). Water contamination can correlate with respiratory and chronic health conditions.

Compared to National Average

Asthma 10.8% ↑
Diabetes 18.9% ↑
Mental Health 17.6% ↑

Vertical line = national average. Above national · Below national

Top Contaminants in Tignall Water

Surface Water Treatment Rule 2 violations
Treatment Technique
Pathogens may not be adequately removed

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

Housing & Infrastructure in Tignall

1972
Median Build Year
65%
Built Before 1986
16%
Built Before 1970
Copper
Likely Pipe Material

With 65% 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

Plumbing risk in older housing is defined by two eras: the pre-1970 period when lead pipes were commonly used for service lines, and the 1970-to-1986 period when lead solder remained standard in copper plumbing until the federal ban. Tignall's median build year of 1972 lands in a range where both eras are heavily represented in the housing stock. That creates an elevated aggregate environment for plumbing-related lead exposure — one that city-level water quality averages don't capture, because the risk sits inside individual properties rather than in the distribution system.

1972
Median Year Built
65%
Pre-1986 (Lead Paint Risk)
16%
Pre-1970 (Lead Pipes Risk)
Pre-1970 (16%) 1970–1986 (49%) Post-1986 (35%)

Over half of homes in Tignall were built before 1986, when lead solder was banned. Older plumbing may leach lead into drinking water, especially with corrosive water chemistry.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.

Lead Exposure Risk for Children in Tignall

65%
Homes Built Before 1986
0.0022
mg/L Avg Lead (Limit: 0.015)

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.

Older interior plumbing shapes the local picture: 65% of Tignall homes predate the federal solder ban, and aggregate sampling either approaches or crosses the action benchmark. That mix makes a single-home draw a standard pre-purchase or pre-occupancy step.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the water safe to drink in Tignall, GA?
Tignall has an average water safety score of 99/100 (Grade A). 1 EPA violation has been recorded. Check individual ZIP code reports for details specific to your neighborhood.
How many water violations does Tignall have?
Tignall water systems have a total of 1 EPA violation. Violations are tracked across 1 ZIP code.
Does Tignall water have lead?
The average 90th-percentile lead level in Tignall is 0.0022 mg/L. This is below the EPA action level of 0.015 mg/L. Lead levels can vary by home — testing is recommended especially in older properties.
How does Tignall compare to Georgia average?
Tignall has an average water safety score of 99/100, which is above the Georgia state average of 75/100.
How many water systems serve Tignall?
Tignall is served by 2 public water systems across 1 ZIP code, serving approximately 2,336 people.
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