Oglethorpe County, Georgia
6 ZIP codes · Avg score 69/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03
Water systems across Oglethorpe County's 6 ZIP codes produce average compliance results overall — pockets with documented violations exist, and the variation between areas makes ZIP-level lookup the most useful tool for residents here.
How Oglethorpe County Compares
How Oglethorpe County Compares
Oglethorpe County scores 6 points below the Georgia state average (75/100) and 1 points above the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Oglethorpe County, Georgia
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 14.1 (asthma 10.1%, diabetes 14.1%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $312, driven primarily by energy_code_gap
Infrastructure: 0.323% avg pipe failure probability, 17% of ZIPs at high risk
54.2% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2022–2024)
→ Stable trendEPA violation counts by year across Oglethorpe County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2023 with 8 violations. Past 5 years: 15 total (15 health-based).
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: $312
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
4,588 housing units in Oglethorpe 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 Oglethorpe County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Oglethorpe 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 Oglethorpe 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 Oglethorpe County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arnoldsville | 1,763 | 59 |
| 2 | Crawford | 1,170 | 59 |
| 3 | Smokey Road Water System | 143 | 37 |
| 4 | Meadow Lakes Subdivision | 84 | 37 |
| 5 | Lexington | 1,015 | 18 |
8 total water systems serve Oglethorpe County.
All ZIP Codes in Oglethorpe County
6 ZIP codes tracked in Oglethorpe County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 30619 | Arnoldsville | 78 | B | 4 | $202K |
| 2 | 30671 | Maxeys | 77 | B | 6 | — |
| 3 | 30627 | Carlton | 73 | B | 1 | $213K |
| 4 | 30648 | Lexington | 71 | B | 18 (10 health) | $158K |
| 5 | 30630 | Crawford | 63 | C | 37 | $184K |
| 6 | 30667 | Stephens | 53 | D | 0 | $181K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Oglethorpe County
Four sources — EPA, NSF, FEMA, CDC — drive the match.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 54.2% of homes built before 1978
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Oglethorpe County, Georgia
Overview
Oglethorpe County in Georgia covers 6 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (69/100).
5 of 6 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 10 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.