Monitoring Violations GA

Lake Shore Forest Subdivision

EPA ID: GA1390011 · 284 people served · 5 ZIP codes

Over the tracked period, Lake Shore Forest Subdivision logged 2 EPA violations — each has been remedied, and the system now supplies 284 people in good standing.

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

C · 64
Avg Safety Score
284
People Served
5
ZIP Codes Served
2
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0124 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
1
Contaminants Flagged
$311K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Lake Shore Forest Subdivision Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$88,953
Median Household Income
114,469
Service Area Population
19%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
56th
Energy Burden Percentile
32%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Lake Shore Forest Subdivision serves a community with a median household income of $88,953 and an estimated 114,469 residents across its service area.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Lake Shore Forest Subdivision'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.

Low Risk
Source Contamination Risk
34th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
0th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Hall 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

31 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
39 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 44% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Lake Shore Forest Subdivision compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

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

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $960
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $1,360

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.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,500
10 years
$5,000
20 years
$10,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,360 (one-time) vs. $5,000 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

LAKE SHORE FOREST SUBDIVISION (EPA ID: GA1390011) is a community water system in Georgia that serves approximately 284 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 5 ZIP codes across 5 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: C (64/100)

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

Violation History

2 monitoring/reporting violations recorded. These are procedural violations (missed tests or late reports), not necessarily water safety issues.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
September 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
August 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 2 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
30564 0.0124 mg/L No N/A

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.

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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: 4 ZIP codes confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 1 additional ZIP inferred from SDWIS registry data. The EPA-confirmed set is the most reliable; SDWIS-inferred entries may be narrower than the real deployment area.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Lake Shore Forest Subdivision (GA1390011) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lake Shore Forest Subdivision water safe to drink?

Lake Shore Forest Subdivision has only monitoring/reporting violations, which are procedural in nature. The system meets federal health-based standards.

How many people does Lake Shore Forest Subdivision serve?

Lake Shore Forest Subdivision serves approximately 284 people across 5 ZIP codes in Georgia.

Where does Lake Shore Forest Subdivision 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
0
Unknown Material
115
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: 284
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 Lake Shore Forest Subdivision safe to drink?
Lake Shore Forest Subdivision has a C safety grade based on 2 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Lake Shore Forest Subdivision's water?
Detected contaminants include Consumer Confidence Report 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 Lake Shore Forest Subdivision serve?
Lake Shore Forest Subdivision serves approximately 284 people with drinking water across 5 ZIP codes.
What is Lake Shore Forest Subdivision's water source?
Lake Shore Forest Subdivision draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Lake Shore Forest Subdivision's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0124 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Lake Shore Forest Subdivision's service area?
The Lake Shore Forest Subdivision service area has a median household income of $88,953. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Lake Shore Forest Subdivision get its water?
Lake Shore Forest Subdivision'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.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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