Chattooga County, Georgia
3 ZIP codes · Avg score 93/100 · Grade A · Updated 2026-06-03
Water systems in Chattooga County serve 3 ZIP codes with few reported safety events.
How Chattooga County Compares
How Chattooga County Compares
Chattooga County scores 18 points above the Georgia state average (75/100) and 25 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 15.8 (asthma 10.7%, diabetes 16%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,087, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.323% avg pipe failure probability
63.7% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
County Health Indicators vs National Average
Black markers indicate national averages. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Infrastructure Overview
Sources: Census ACS (housing age), EPA SDWIS (infrastructure risk model), state bridge inspection data.
Compound Risk Breakdown
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,087
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
10,357 housing units in Chattooga County
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034 (Year Structure Built).
Water Safety Affordability
How much it costs to fix water issues relative to home values in Chattooga County
Water safety remediation is a moderate expense relative to home values. Most homeowners can address issues through staged improvements over time.
Remediation includes water filtration, lead abatement, radon mitigation, and flood protection where applicable. Source: Census ACS, EPA SDWIS.
Health Outcomes vs National Average
CDC PLACES data for Chattooga County residents
Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Water Systems with Most Violations
Top 5 systems in Chattooga County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Summerville | 9,993 | 6 |
| 2 | Lafayette | 18,177 | 6 |
| 3 | Chattooga County | 7,800 | 6 |
| 4 | Trion | 2,043 | 6 |
| 5 | Lyerly | 1,638 | 5 |
7 total water systems serve Chattooga County.
All ZIP Codes in Chattooga County
3 ZIP codes tracked in Chattooga County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 30730 | Lyerly | 97 | A | 4 | $89K |
| 2 | 30747 | Summerville | 95 | A | 1 | $111K |
| 3 | 30753 | Trion | 86 | A | 5 | $88K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Chattooga County
Editorial-only picks, screened against the EPA detections on file.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 63.7% of homes built before 1978
- Best Sump Pumps — Flood is the top compound risk factor
- Best Mold Test Kits — Flood-driven moisture and mold risk
Overview
Chattooga County in Georgia covers 3 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of A (93/100).
3 of 3 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. All violations are monitoring/reporting type.
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Data Sources
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- Home values: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (median estimates by ZCTA)
Updated daily.