Historical Compliance Records GA

Senoia

EPA ID: GA0770003 ยท 7,528 people served ยท 3 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Senoia (GA0770003): 2 EPA violations in the last five years. Federal water data for Senoia logs 2 historical violations - all addressed and cleared, leaving the utility in current compliance for 7,528 people.

Data: EPA SDWIS

7,528
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
2
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
1
Contaminants Flagged
$378K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$111,093
Median Household Income
98,539
Service Area Population
3%
Disadvantaged Population
33th
Poverty Percentile
37th
Energy Burden Percentile
25%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Senoia serves a community with a median household income of $111,093 and an estimated 98,539 residents across its service area.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Senoia'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
27th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
10th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

26 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
42 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 38% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Senoia compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 18 detections recorded. 3 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS). 3 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†’

Comparable Water Systems

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Dahlonega
7,500 people
0 violations
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7,491 people
0 violations
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7,305 people
6 violations
Austell
7,774 people
0 violations
Sandersville
7,776 people
A 0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,200
PFAS Treatment $567
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $2,167

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 $500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,665
10 years
$5,330
20 years
$10,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,167 (one-time) vs. $5,330 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

Senoia (EPA ID: GA0770003) is a community water system in Georgia that serves approximately 7,528 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 2 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 2 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
October 1, 2025 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2025 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 2 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.

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 Senoia (GA0770003) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Senoia water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Senoia; its 2 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Senoia serve?

Senoia serves approximately 7,528 people across 3 ZIP codes in Georgia.

Where does Senoia get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Detected

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). PFAS compounds were detected below the current state-enforceable MCL.

Samples collected
406
Detections
33
Latest sample
12/11/2024
Highest analyte
PFPeA: 10 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
PFPeA 10 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFHxA 8.1 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFOA 6.7 ppt 10 ppt Above 2029 federal MCL
PFBA 5.7 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFHxS 5.3 ppt 10 ppt Below current MCL
PFHpA 5.3 ppt โ€” โ€”

Current MCL reflects the lowest state-enforceable limit (NYS 10 ppt for PFOA/PFOS, effective August 2020). The federal final MCL of 4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS (EPA April 2024 rule) is not enforceable until April 2029. Detections above 4 ppt but below 10 ppt are below current MCL but above the future federal limit.

Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) โ€” per-system federal sampling, 2023โ€“2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program โ†’

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Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Senoia'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 Senoia serve?
Senoia serves approximately 7,528 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Senoia's water source?
Senoia draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Senoia's service area?
The Senoia service area has a median household income of $111,093. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Senoia get its water?
Senoia'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.). Senoia (GA): 2 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ga0770003/
BibTeX
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  author = {{ZipCheckup}},
  title  = {{Senoia (GA): 2 EPA Violations}},
  year   = {n.d.},
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

Home test kits can detect lead, bacteria, and other contaminants at your tap. Find the right filter โ†’

2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report โ†’

3

Contact your utility

Senoia (EPA ID: GA0770003) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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