Water System Report GA

Garden Acres Estates

EPA ID: GA0510026 ยท 525 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Garden Acres Estates (GA0510026): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. With a five-year violation-free history, Garden Acres Estates delivers safe water to 525 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

525
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0014 mg/L
Max Lead Level
0
Contaminants Flagged
$284K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Garden Acres Estates Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$91,293
Median Household Income
28,695
Service Area Population
43%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
18%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Garden Acres Estates serves a community with a median household income of $91,293 and an estimated 28,695 residents across its service area.

Environmental Justice Note: 43% 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.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Garden Acres Estates'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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

22 yr
Avg Pipe Age
PEX or Copper
Pipe Material
43 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 34% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 3 detections recorded. 2 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS). 2 exceed state limits.

State limits: PFOA: 0.004 ppt, PFOS: 0.004 ppt
Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter โ†’

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,200
PFAS Treatment $600
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $2,100

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.

Cost of Inaction

If water quality issues in this service area are not addressed, the estimated financial impact per household is:

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,100 (one-time) vs. $330 in estimated inaction costs over 10 years.

Estimates based on published EPA, CDC, and peer-reviewed research. Individual costs vary by household size, property, and health factors. These are conservative lower-bound estimates intended for awareness, not financial advice.

System Overview

Garden Acres Estates (EPA ID: GA0510026) is a community water system in Georgia that serves approximately 525 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 31322 in Pooler.

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0014 mg/L No N/A

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 $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking โ€” this helps flush lead from your pipes.

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.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Garden Acres Estates (GA0510026) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Garden Acres Estates water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Garden Acres Estates 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 Garden Acres Estates serve?

Garden Acres Estates serves approximately 525 people across 1 ZIP code in Georgia.

Where does Garden Acres Estates get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Garden Acres Estates meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Garden Acres Estates serve?
Garden Acres Estates serves approximately 525 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Garden Acres Estates's water source?
Garden Acres Estates draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Garden Acres Estates's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0014 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Garden Acres Estates's service area?
The Garden Acres Estates service area has a median household income of $91,293. EPA EJScreen data classifies 43% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Garden Acres Estates get its water?
Garden Acres Estates'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. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

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APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Garden Acres Estates Water Quality Report, GA. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ga0510026/
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