Water System Report GA

Harris County Water Works- Sky Meadows

EPA ID: GA1450046 · 65 people served · 1 ZIP code

Compared to the national average for mid-size utilities, Harris County Water Works- Sky Meadows sits well above the baseline — five years of EPA monitoring show no violations, no MCL exceedances, and no enforcement actions for the full service territory of 65 people.

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

65
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$266K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Demographics

$91,290
Median Household Income
5,976
Service Area Population
20%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
26%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Harris County Water Works- Sky Meadows serves a community with a median household income of $91,290 and an estimated 5,976 residents across its service area.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Harris County Water Works- Sky Meadows'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.

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

About 0% of homes in Harris 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

35 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
35 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 50% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 6 detections recorded. 2 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS). 2 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 →

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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 $600
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $2,200

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:

PFAS Exposure — Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,200 (one-time) vs. $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

Harris County Water Works- Sky Meadows (EPA ID: GA1450046) is a community water system in Georgia that serves approximately 65 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 31811 in Hamilton.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

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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

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Harris County Water Works- Sky Meadows (GA1450046) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Harris County Water Works- Sky Meadows water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Harris County Water Works- Sky Meadows has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Harris County Water Works- Sky Meadows serve?

Harris County Water Works- Sky Meadows serves approximately 65 people across 1 ZIP code in Georgia.

Where does Harris County Water Works- Sky Meadows 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
20
Unknown Material
8
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 2025-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 65
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

Should I use a water filter?
Harris County Water Works- Sky Meadows meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Harris County Water Works- Sky Meadows serve?
Harris County Water Works- Sky Meadows serves approximately 65 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Harris County Water Works- Sky Meadows's water source?
Harris County Water Works- Sky Meadows draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Harris County Water Works- Sky Meadows's service area?
The Harris County Water Works- Sky Meadows service area has a median household income of $91,290. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Harris County Water Works- Sky Meadows get its water?
Harris County Water Works- Sky Meadows'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 available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.
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