Out of 39 counties with PHMSA gas distribution data, these are the counties with the highest incident risk.
| Statistic | Value |
|---|---|
| Counties ranked | 39 |
| Total incidents (top 100) | 79 |
| Total fatalities (top 100) | 3 |
Top 39 Counties
| Rank | County | State | Incidents | Fatalities | Latest Year | Risk Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fulton | Georgia | 18 | 1 | 2025 | 18/100 |
| 2 | DeKalb | Georgia | 6 | 0 | 2020 | 5/100 |
| 3 | Bulloch | Georgia | 5 | 0 | 2024 | 18/100 |
| 4 | Gwinnett | Georgia | 5 | 0 | 2024 | 7/100 |
| 5 | Bibb | Georgia | 5 | 0 | 2024 | 7/100 |
| 6 | Forsyth | Georgia | 3 | 0 | 2025 | 7/100 |
| 7 | Bartow | Georgia | 3 | 0 | 2020 | 7/100 |
| 8 | Douglas | Georgia | 3 | 0 | 2015 | 5/100 |
| 9 | Richmond | Georgia | 3 | 0 | 2019 | 2/100 |
| 10 | Cobb | Georgia | 2 | 0 | 2019 | 5/100 |
| 11 | Cherokee | Georgia | 2 | 0 | 2019 | 3/100 |
| 12 | Gordon | Georgia | 2 | 0 | 2017 | 2/100 |
| 13 | Clayton | Georgia | 2 | 0 | 2017 | 2/100 |
| 14 | Muscogee | Georgia | 2 | 0 | 2017 | 2/100 |
| 15 | Chatham | Georgia | 2 | 0 | 2020 | 1/100 |
| 16 | Wayne | Georgia | 1 | 1 | 2024 | 38/100 |
| 17 | Clinch | Georgia | 1 | 0 | 2018 | 10/100 |
| 18 | Grady | Georgia | 1 | 1 | 2010 | 10/100 |
| 19 | Peach | Georgia | 1 | 0 | 2006 | 7/100 |
| 20 | Henry | Georgia | 1 | 0 | 2017 | 5/100 |
| 21 | Treutlen | Georgia | 1 | 0 | 2009 | 5/100 |
| 22 | Laurens | Georgia | 1 | 0 | 2009 | 5/100 |
| 23 | Miller | Georgia | 1 | 0 | 2018 | 2/100 |
| 24 | Floyd | Georgia | 1 | 0 | 2017 | 1/100 |
| 25 | Coweta | Georgia | 1 | 0 | 2008 | 1/100 |
| 26 | Montgomery | Georgia | 1 | 0 | 2013 | 1/100 |
| 27 | Greene | Georgia | 1 | 0 | 2013 | 1/100 |
| 28 | Houston | Georgia | 1 | 0 | 2019 | 1/100 |
| 29 | Monroe | Georgia | 1 | 0 | 2007 | 1/100 |
| 30 | Pierce | Georgia | 1 | 0 | 2013 | 1/100 |
| 31 | Turner | Georgia | 1 | 0 | 2010 | 1/100 |
| 32 | Barrow | Georgia | 0 | 0 | — | 7/100 |
| 33 | Rockdale | Georgia | 0 | 0 | — | 5/100 |
| 34 | Carroll | Georgia | 0 | 0 | — | 5/100 |
| 35 | Hall | Georgia | 0 | 0 | — | 2/100 |
| 36 | Columbia | Georgia | 0 | 0 | — | 2/100 |
| 37 | Harris | Georgia | 0 | 0 | — | 2/100 |
| 38 | Meriwether | Georgia | 0 | 0 | — | 1/100 |
| 39 | Dooly | Georgia | 0 | 0 | — | 1/100 |
Methodology
County rankings for Georgia based on total PHMSA gas distribution incidents reported since 2004.
Data source: U.S. DOT Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA), Gas Distribution System Incident Reports 2004-2026. Last updated: 2026-06-04.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a gas distribution incident?
Gas distribution incidents involve failures in the local natural gas pipeline network — leaks, ruptures, explosions, and equipment failures that can cause property damage, injuries, and fatalities. PHMSA requires all operators to report significant incidents.
How can I protect my home?
Install CO detectors on every level (CPSC recommendation). Have gas appliances inspected annually. Know the signs of a gas leak: rotten egg smell, hissing near gas lines, dead vegetation near pipelines. If you suspect a leak, leave immediately and call 911.