Fort Gaines
EPA ID: GA0610001 · 1,399 people served · 1 ZIP code
Five years of EPA monitoring have produced no violations for Fort Gaines — the supplier serving 1,399 residents has kept every contaminant level within federal limits, a result that places it among the top-performing utilities for systems with a service population of comparable size.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Fort Gaines Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Fort Gaines serves a community with a median household income of $45,417 and an estimated 1,919 residents across its service area. Approximately 61% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
Environmental Justice Note: 100% 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?
Fort Gaines'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.
About 0% of homes in Clay County, Georgia rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.
Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points.
Infrastructure Risk
Comparable Water Systems
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System Overview
Fort Gaines (EPA ID: GA0610001) is a community water system in Georgia that serves approximately 1,399 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 39851 in Fort Gaines.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.
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: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.
ZIP Codes Served
- 39851 — Fort Gaines
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Fort Gaines (GA0610001) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fort Gaines water safe to drink?
Based on EPA records, Fort Gaines has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.
How many people does Fort Gaines serve?
Fort Gaines serves approximately 1,399 people across 1 ZIP code in Georgia.
Where does Fort Gaines get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.