Historical Compliance Records GA

Waleska

EPA ID: GA0570024 ยท 4,657 people served ยท 3 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Waleska (GA0570024): 6 EPA violations in the last five years. Over the past five years, Waleska recorded 6 violations, all subsequently resolved through the EPA enforcement process - the supplier currently operates in good standing, with no active actions on file for its 4,657 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

4,657
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
6
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
Zone 2
Radon Risk ยท Moderate
1
Contaminants Flagged
$409K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$97,684
Median Household Income
84,695
Service Area Population
8%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
40th
Energy Burden Percentile
24%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Waleska serves a community with a median household income of $97,684 and an estimated 84,695 residents across its service area.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Waleska's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
10th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

29 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
39 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 43% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Waleska compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 6 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Georgia

4 violations
Tallapoosa
4,680 people
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Nashville
4,631 people
3 violations
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Palmetto
4,718 people
4 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,200
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $1,600

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:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $1,000

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$5,000
10 years
$10,000
20 years
$20,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,600 (one-time) vs. $10,000 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

Waleska (EPA ID: GA0570024) is a community water system in Georgia that serves approximately 4,657 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 communities.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 6 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 6 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 0 unaddressed. Under this source contract, current noncompliance is the sum of addressed and unaddressed records. Archived and resolved records are excluded from current noncompliance.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
July 1, 2025 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2024 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2023 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2022 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2022 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2021 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 6 No

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0 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.

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

Find the Right Water Filter

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 Waleska (GA0570024) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Waleska water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Waleska; its 6 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Waleska serve?

Waleska serves approximately 4,657 people across 3 ZIP codes in Georgia.

Where does Waleska get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Waleska's water?
Detected contaminants include Surface Water Treatment Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 1 contaminant above EPA limits, a certified water filter can provide an extra layer of protection. The best type depends on specific contaminants in your water.
How many people does Waleska serve?
Waleska serves approximately 4,657 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Waleska's water source?
Waleska draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Waleska's service area?
The Waleska service area has a median household income of $97,684. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Waleska get its water?
Waleska's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Waleska (GA): 6 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ga0570024/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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2

Check your specific ZIP code

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3

Contact your utility

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