Chromium-6 in Commerce, GA Drinking Water
Chromium-6 data for Commerce, Georgia · 19,498 residents · 3 ZIP codes
ZipCheckup's reading of Chromium-6 in Commerce, Georgia: the highest detected level is 350 ppb; the EPA limit is 100 ppb (total chromium MCL). Chromium-6 carries a high health-risk designation.
Across Commerce, Georgia, federal monitoring data has captured Chromium-6 in water samples at detectable concentrations in the most recent available reporting cycle.
Data: EPA SDWIS, CCR Reports, ECHO Last verified: 2026-07-22
Chromium-6 in Commerce Tap Water
Chromium-6 has been detected in Commerce, Georgia drinking water at a maximum level of 350 ppb — 3.5x the EPA MCL.
This analysis covers 19,498 residents across 3 ZIP codes in Commerce.
Commerce's overall water quality grade is B (78/100).
Is Chromium-6 in Commerce Water Safe?
If you live in an affected ZIP code, consider installing a reverse osmosis or strong-base anion exchange filter certified under NSF 58 and testing your water independently.
Chromium-6 Levels by ZIP Code
| ZIP Code | Chromium-6 Level | EPA Limit | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30529 | 350 ppb | 100 ppb (total chromium MCL) | Exceeds limit |
| 30530 | 350 ppb | 100 ppb (total chromium MCL) | Exceeds limit |
| 30599 | 350 ppb | 100 ppb (total chromium MCL) | Exceeds limit |
Average chromium-6 level across Commerce: 350 ppb
Health Effects of Chromium-6
- Stomach and intestinal cancer (likely carcinogen via ingestion)
- Known carcinogen when inhaled
- Liver and kidney damage
- Reproductive and developmental harm
Health risk severity: High. Governed by the National Primary Drinking Water Regulations.
How Chromium-6 Gets Into Drinking Water
- Industrial discharge from steel and pulp mills
- Natural erosion of chromium deposits
- Coal ash disposal sites
- Cooling tower discharge
What to Do About Chromium-6 in Commerce Water
- Reverse osmosis systems are most effective
- Strong-base anion exchange can reduce chromium-6
- Standard carbon filters are NOT effective for chromium-6
- Look for NSF 58 certification
Look for filters certified under NSF 58 for chromium-6 removal.