Water System Report GA

Morven

EPA ID: GA0270001 · 680 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Compared to the national average for mid-size utilities, Morven sits well above the baseline — five years of EPA monitoring show no violations, no MCL exceedances, and no enforcement actions for the full service territory of 680 people.

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02

C · 66
Avg Safety Score
680
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
0
Contaminants Flagged
$190K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Morven Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$67,207
Median Household Income
2,011
Service Area Population
80%
Disadvantaged Population
80th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
59%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Morven serves a community with a median household income of $67,207 and an estimated 2,011 residents across its service area. Approximately 59% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 80% of the population in this service area is classified as disadvantaged under EPA's EJScreen criteria. Communities with higher disadvantaged populations often face disproportionate environmental and health burdens, including aging water infrastructure and limited resources for remediation.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Morven's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.

Low Risk
Source Contamination Risk
0th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 2% of homes in Brooks County, Georgia rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Infrastructure Risk

54 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
16 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 77% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Georgia

Williamson
683 people
B 5 violations
Tradeport East
675 people
0 violations
Turin
671 people
B 7 violations
A 10 violations
Alapaha
689 people
0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance
Flood Insurance $1,200
Total Estimated Cost $1,200

Based on national averages for common remediation projects. Actual costs vary by property. Only issues flagged by EPA, FEMA, or state data for each ZIP code are included.

System Overview

MORVEN (EPA ID: GA0270001) is a community water system in Georgia that serves approximately 680 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: C (66/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 3 (Low Risk)

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ZIP Codes Served

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Morven (GA0270001) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Morven water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Morven has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Morven serve?

Morven serves approximately 680 people across 2 ZIP codes in Georgia.

Where does Morven get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Morven safe to drink?
Morven has a C safety grade based on 0 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
Should I use a water filter?
Morven meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Morven serve?
Morven serves approximately 680 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Morven's water source?
Morven draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Morven's service area?
The Morven service area has a median household income of $67,207. EPA EJScreen data classifies 80% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Morven get its water?
Morven's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.

What You Can Do

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3

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