Fluoride in Pelham, GA Drinking Water
Fluoride data for Pelham, Georgia · 8,877 residents · 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of Fluoride in Pelham, Georgia: the highest detected level is 44.5 ppb; the EPA limit is 4.0 mg/L (MCL) / 2.0 mg/L (SMCL). Fluoride carries a moderate health-risk designation.
Federal water monitoring extends to thousands of public water systems, and in Pelham, Georgia, that tracking has turned up Fluoride - the detection is logged in the EPA compliance record and reflects samples collected under routine Safe Drinking Water Act reporting requirements.
Data: EPA SDWIS, CCR Reports, ECHO Last verified: 2026-07-22
Fluoride in Pelham Tap Water
Fluoride has been detected in Pelham, Georgia drinking water at a maximum level of 44.5 ppm — 11.13x the EPA MCL.
This analysis covers 8,877 residents across 1 ZIP code in Pelham.
Pelham's overall water quality grade is C (65/100).
Is Fluoride in Pelham Water Safe?
If you live in an affected ZIP code, consider installing a reverse osmosis or activated alumina filter certified under NSF 58 and testing your water independently.
Fluoride Levels by ZIP Code
| ZIP Code | Fluoride Level | EPA Limit | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31779 | 44.5 ppm | 4.0 mg/L (MCL) / 2.0 mg/L (SMCL) | Exceeds limit |
Average fluoride level across Pelham: 44.5 ppb
Health Effects of Fluoride
- Skeletal fluorosis at levels above 4 mg/L (bone pain, joint stiffness)
- Dental fluorosis in children at levels above 2 mg/L
- At 0.7 mg/L (water fluoridation level), helps prevent tooth decay
- Possible thyroid effects at high chronic exposure
Health risk severity: Moderate. Governed by the National Primary Drinking Water Regulations.
How Fluoride Gets Into Drinking Water
- Intentional water fluoridation (0.7 mg/L target, beneficial)
- Natural deposits in certain rock formations
- Industrial discharge (aluminum, fertilizer production)
- Naturally elevated in some groundwater (especially arid regions)
What to Do About Fluoride in Pelham Water
- Reverse osmosis removes 90%+ of fluoride
- Activated alumina filters are effective for fluoride
- Bone char carbon can reduce fluoride
- Standard activated carbon filters do NOT remove fluoride
Look for filters certified under NSF 58 for fluoride removal.