Health Violations Found GA 10 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Gibson

EPA ID: GA1250000 · 1,350 people served · 1 ZIP code

Pulled from the federal compliance ledger, 2 violations at Gibson remain without resolution — the utility delivers drinking water to roughly 1,350 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02

A · 87
Avg Safety Score
1,350
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
24
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0049 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
5
Contaminants Flagged
$150K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

Stable · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 2 (2021) to 4 (2023). Violation counts have remained relatively steady.

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade A

Service Area Demographics

$63,929
Median Household Income
2,312
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
100th
Energy Burden Percentile
53%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Gibson serves a community with a median household income of $63,929 and an estimated 2,312 residents across its service area. Approximately 53% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Gibson'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.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
10th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 0% of homes in Glascock County, Georgia rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Infrastructure Risk

39 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
31 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 56% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Gibson compares to EPA limits

Gross Beta 12 pCi/L (24% of limit)
0 EPA Limit: 50 pCi/L

What This Means For You

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 8 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Stage 2 DBP Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Lead and Copper Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Comparable Water Systems

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Broxton
1,353 people
B 33 violations
Ray City
1,345 people
A 0 violations
Marshallville
1,342 people
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Buchanan
1,326 people
0 violations
Colbert Water System
1,374 people
0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Water Filtration
Water Filtration $600
Total Estimated Cost $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 $1,500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Property Value Decline $7,510

5% of median home value (EPA est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$11,255
10 years
$22,510
20 years
$45,020

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $600 (one-time) vs. $22,510 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

Gibson (EPA ID: GA1250000) is a community water system in Georgia that serves approximately 1,350 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 30810 in Gibson.

Average Home Safety Score: A (87/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

Violation History

10 health-based violations recorded in the past 5 years. 2 remain unresolved.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
July 1, 2025 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Resolved
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Monitoring Unresolved
October 1, 2024 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Resolved
July 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
July 1, 2024 Gross Beta Monitoring Unresolved
July 1, 2024 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Resolved
December 1, 2023 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
October 1, 2023 Gross Beta Health-based Resolved
October 1, 2023 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Resolved
July 1, 2023 Gross Beta Health-based Resolved
July 1, 2023 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Resolved
April 1, 2023 Gross Beta Health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Gross Beta Monitoring Resolved
January 1, 2023 Gross Beta Health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Gross Beta Radionuclides 12 Yes
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 8 No
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 2 No
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 No
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
30810 0.0049 mg/L No N/A

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 3 (Low Risk)

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ZIP Codes Served

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Gibson (GA1250000) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gibson water safe to drink?

Gibson has recorded 10 health-based violations in the past 5 years. While the system is required to treat water to meet federal standards, you may want to consider additional precautions such as a certified water filter.

How many people does Gibson serve?

Gibson serves approximately 1,350 people across 1 ZIP code in Georgia.

Where does Gibson get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

0
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
306
Unknown Material
56
Confirmed Non-Lead

This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.

Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.

Federal Regulatory Status · 2026Q1
LCRR inventory submission: Reported all required service line types
Latest tap sample on 2021-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 1,350
Reported to Georgia

Source: EPA SDWIS Federal Service Line Inventory (Phase 2) · Submitted 2026

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with the utility or state agency. Inventory figures render verbatim from the public LCRI submission cited above; ZipCheckup does not perform inspections or replacements.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Gibson safe to drink?
Gibson earns a A safety grade with 24 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
What contaminants are in Gibson's water?
Detected contaminants include Surface Water Treatment Rule, Consumer Confidence Report Rule, Stage 2 DBP Rule, Lead and Copper Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 4 contaminants 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 Gibson serve?
Gibson serves approximately 1,350 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Gibson's water source?
Gibson draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Gibson's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0049 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Gibson's service area?
The Gibson service area has a median household income of $63,929. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Gibson get its water?
Gibson'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 violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is currently elevated.

What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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2

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3

Contact your utility

Gibson (EPA ID: GA1250000) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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