Historical Compliance Records GA 10 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Hazlehurst Water System

EPA ID: GA1610001 ยท 5,778 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Hazlehurst Water System (GA1610001): 10 past health-based violations, since resolved. Hazlehurst Water System's record shows 18 remedied violations - all cleared, currently compliant, 5,778 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

5,778
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
18
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0016 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk ยท Low
6
Contaminants Flagged
$108K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Hazlehurst Water System Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$38,321
Median Household Income
14,117
Service Area Population
33%
Disadvantaged Population
90th
Poverty Percentile
90th
Energy Burden Percentile
47%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Hazlehurst Water System serves a community with a median household income of $38,321 and an estimated 14,117 residents across its service area. Approximately 47% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 33% 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.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Hazlehurst Water System'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
50th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
10th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

45 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
25 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 64% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Hazlehurst Water System compares to EPA limits

Combined Radium 1 pCi/L (20% of limit)
0 EPA Limit: 5 pCi/L

What This Means For You

Gross Alpha at 11 pCi/L exceeds the EPA maximum of pCi/L. Increased cancer risk from radioactive particles. Consider reverse osmosis filtration.

Total Coliform at 2 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

Lead and Copper Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

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

Gross Alpha was detected in this water system. reverse osmosis filtration can reduce exposure.

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Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Georgia

Clarkesville
5,785 people
0 violations
Hapeville
5,790 people
1 violation
West Point
5,800 people
2 violations
Baxley
5,749 people
0 violations
Chickamauga
5,720 people
4 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,200
Water Filtration $600
Total Estimated Cost $1,800

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 $5,420

5% of median home value (EPA est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$10,210
10 years
$20,420
20 years
$40,840

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,800 (one-time) vs. $20,420 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

Hazlehurst Water System (EPA ID: GA1610001) is a community water system in Georgia that serves approximately 5,778 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 31539 in Hazlehurst.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 18 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 14 resolved, 4 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
January 1, 2026 Gross Alpha Health-based Archived
January 1, 2026 Gross Alpha Health-based Archived
October 1, 2025 Gross Alpha Health-based Archived
July 1, 2025 Gross Alpha Health-based Archived
January 1, 2025 Gross Alpha Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2025 Combined Radium Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2025 Gross Beta Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2025 Gross Alpha Health-based Resolved
October 1, 2024 Gross Alpha Health-based Resolved
July 1, 2024 Gross Alpha Health-based Resolved
April 25, 2024 Total Coliform Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2023 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Resolved
March 1, 2023 Total Coliform Non-health-based Resolved
October 22, 2022 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 15, 2022 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2022 Gross Alpha Health-based Resolved
April 1, 2022 Gross Alpha Health-based Resolved
January 1, 2022 Gross Alpha Health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Gross Alpha Radionuclides 11 Yes
Total Coliform Microbiological 2 No
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 2 No
Combined Radium Radionuclides 1 No
Gross Beta Radionuclides 1 No
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

Health Risk Details

Gross Alpha Particle Activity (EPA limit: pCi/L)

Increased cancer risk from radioactive particles At-risk groups: long-term residents in areas with uranium or radium-rich geology, people on private wells in western US.

Removal methods: reverse osmosis, ion exchange (anion exchange for radium), lime softening. Find the right filter โ†’

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0016 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.

Radon Risk in Service Area

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

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 Hazlehurst Water System (GA1610001) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hazlehurst Water System water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Hazlehurst Water System; its 18 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Hazlehurst Water System serve?

Hazlehurst Water System serves approximately 5,778 people across 1 ZIP code in Georgia.

Where does Hazlehurst Water System get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Tested Clean

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). No PFAS compounds were detected.

Samples collected
116

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 Hazlehurst Water System's water?
Detected contaminants include Gross Alpha, Total Coliform, Lead and Copper Rule, Stage 1 DBP 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 Hazlehurst Water System serve?
Hazlehurst Water System serves approximately 5,778 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Hazlehurst Water System's water source?
Hazlehurst Water System draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Hazlehurst Water System's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0016 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Hazlehurst Water System's service area?
The Hazlehurst Water System service area has a median household income of $38,321. EPA EJScreen data classifies 33% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Hazlehurst Water System get its water?
Hazlehurst Water System'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.

How to cite this page

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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

Hazlehurst Water System (EPA ID: GA1610001) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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