Historical Compliance Records GA

Stapleton

EPA ID: GA1630003 ยท 433 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Stapleton (GA1630003): 4 EPA violations in the last five years. Water monitoring history for Stapleton includes 4 violations, each addressed and closed - the system holds no active EPA enforcement today for its 433 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

433
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
4
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0065 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk ยท Low
2
Contaminants Flagged
$87K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$51,463
Median Household Income
2,514
Service Area Population
100%
Disadvantaged Population
90th
Poverty Percentile
90th
Energy Burden Percentile
54%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Stapleton serves a community with a median household income of $51,463 and an estimated 2,514 residents across its service area. Approximately 54% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 100% 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

Stapleton'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
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

49 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
22 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 69% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Stapleton compares to EPA limits

Arsenic 3 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.01 mg/L

What This Means For You

Arsenic at 3 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.01 mg/L.

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

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Georgia

Jersey
435 people
1 violation
Molena
437 people
14 violations
14 violations
2 violations
Bartow
419 people
3 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Lead Pipe Replacement Flood Insurance
Lead Pipe Replacement $1,710
Flood Insurance $600
Total Estimated Cost $2,310

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 $2,310 (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

Stapleton (EPA ID: GA1630003) is a community water system in Georgia that serves approximately 433 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 4 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 4 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, 2023 Arsenic Non-health-based Resolved
April 7, 2023 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Arsenic Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2021 Arsenic Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Arsenic Inorganic 3 No
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0065 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 Stapleton (GA1630003) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Stapleton water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Stapleton; its 4 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Stapleton serve?

Stapleton serves approximately 433 people across 2 ZIP codes in Georgia.

Where does Stapleton get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Stapleton's water?
Detected contaminants include Arsenic, 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 2 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 Stapleton serve?
Stapleton serves approximately 433 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Stapleton's water source?
Stapleton draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Stapleton's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0065 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Stapleton's service area?
The Stapleton service area has a median household income of $51,463. EPA EJScreen data classifies 100% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Stapleton get its water?
Stapleton'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

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Stapleton (GA): 4 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ga1630003/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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2

Check your specific ZIP code

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

3

Contact your utility

Stapleton (EPA ID: GA1630003) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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