Decatur County, Georgia
7 ZIP codes · Avg score 81/100 · Grade B · Updated 2026-06-03
In current tracking cycles, Decatur County — spanning 7 ZIP codes — records above-average water quality outcomes; the county's compliance history over recent years shows few departures from federal standards.
How Decatur County Compares
How Decatur County Compares
Decatur County scores 6 points above the Georgia state average (75/100) and 13 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Decatur County, Georgia
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 16.1 (asthma 11.1%, diabetes 17.8%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $1,867, driven primarily by sea_level
Infrastructure: 0.302% avg pipe failure probability, 17% of ZIPs at high risk
53.2% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2021–2024)
↑ Worsening trendEPA violation counts by year across Decatur County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2022 with 16 violations. Past 5 years: 52 total (52 health-based). Health-based violations are rising versus the prior 2-year window — worth closer monitoring.
Source: EPA SDWIS historical violations. Data may lag 6–12 months for the most recent year.
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: $1,867
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
12,894 housing units in Decatur 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 Decatur County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Decatur County, representing a small fraction of property value.
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 Decatur 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 Decatur County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bainbridge | 15,125 | 21 |
| 2 | Decatur County Industrial Park | 1,100 | 21 |
| 3 | Red Bluff Enterprises, Llc | 266 | 21 |
| 4 | Federated Trust Subdivision Water Sys. | 130 | 21 |
| 5 | Rbe Ii | 124 | 21 |
8 total water systems serve Decatur County.
All ZIP Codes in Decatur County
7 ZIP codes tracked in Decatur County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 39834 | Climax | 99 | A | 0 | $150K |
| 2 | 39818 | Bainbridge | 90 | A | 7 | — |
| 3 | 39825 | Brinson | 90 | A | 7 | $143K |
| 4 | 39817 | Bainbridge | 85 | A | 7 | $146K |
| 5 | 39819 | Bainbridge | 85 | A | 7 | $169K |
| 6 | 39852 | Fowlstown | 66 | C | 0 | — |
| 7 | 39815 | Attapulgus | 55 | C | 13 (13 health) | $58K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Decatur County
Below: editorial picks, no sponsored placements.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 53.2% of homes built before 1978
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Decatur County, Georgia
Overview
Decatur County in Georgia covers 7 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of B (81/100).
5 of 7 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 13 health-based violations have been documented.
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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.