Middleground Plantation
EPA ID: GA0310202 · 143 people served · 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA records for Middleground Plantation (GA0310202): no drinking-water violations recorded since 2021. Checked against the EPA violation database, Middleground Plantation returns no entries for its service territory of 143 people.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Middleground Plantation Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Demographics of ZIP Codes Served
The ZIP codes associated with Middleground Plantation have a median household income of $57,212 and about 2,337 residents live in those ZIP codes (Census; not the number of people this system supplies). Approximately 49% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
Environmental Justice Note: On average, 67% of census tracts in the counties mapped to this service area are designated disadvantaged by the federal Climate and Economic Justice Screening Tool (CEJST, 2022 version). 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?
Middleground Plantation's water is classified in EPA records as a groundwater source. 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.
Infrastructure Risk
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System Overview
Middleground Plantation (EPA ID: GA0310202) is a community water system in Georgia that serves approximately 143 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 30450 in Portal.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| Below the reporting limit | No | 2025-12-31 |
No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.
Need help with your water quality?
Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree tip: Ask your water utility whether running cold water for 2 minutes is enough to flush your plumbing before drinking.
ZIP Codes Served
Coverage: Service area ZIP codes sourced from EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 (March 2026 release). These ZIPs reflect the actual deployment footprint recorded by GA or modeled from parcel and building-footprint data.
- 30450 - Portal
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Middleground Plantation (GA0310202) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Middleground Plantation water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Middleground Plantation in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.
How many people does Middleground Plantation serve?
Middleground Plantation serves approximately 143 people across 1 ZIP code in Georgia.
Where does Middleground Plantation get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Middleground Plantation Water Quality Report, GA. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ga0310202/
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