Current Noncompliance GA

Ludowici Water System

EPA ID: GA1830000 ยท 1,651 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Ludowici Water System (GA1830000): 1 unresolved EPA violation on record. Right now, Ludowici Water System shows 1 EPA violation marked active and unresolved - the provider continues to supply approximately 1,651 residents while each finding awaits closure.

Data: EPA SDWIS

1,651
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
3
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0033 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk ยท Low
3
Contaminants Flagged
$207K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$68,006
Median Household Income
13,421
Service Area Population
50%
Disadvantaged Population
80th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
28%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Ludowici Water System serves a community with a median household income of $68,006 and an estimated 13,421 residents across its service area.

Environmental Justice Note: 50% 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

Ludowici 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
0th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
10th
Superfund Site Proximity

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

Detected Contaminants

How Ludowici Water System compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

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

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Georgia

Lincolnton
1,657 people
3 violations
Lyerly
1,638 people
4 violations
2 violations
Mount Zion
1,691 people
0 violations
Irwinton
1,597 people
1 violation

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,800
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $2,100

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 $2,100 (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

Ludowici Water System (EPA ID: GA1830000) is a community water system in Georgia that serves approximately 1,651 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 31316 in Ludowici.

Violation History

1 current noncompliance record in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot; none are classified as health-based in this evidence.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 1 resolved, 1 archived, 0 addressed, and 1 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
March 1, 2026 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Archived
July 1, 2025 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Resolved
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 No
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 1 No
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0033 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

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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 Ludowici Water System (GA1830000) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ludowici Water System water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 1 current noncompliance record and zero current records classified as health-based. That classification is not a property-specific water test or safety guarantee.

How many people does Ludowici Water System serve?

Ludowici Water System serves approximately 1,651 people across 1 ZIP code in Georgia.

Where does Ludowici Water System get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Ludowici Water System's water?
Detected contaminants include Stage 2 DBP Rule, Surface Water Treatment Rule, 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 3 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 Ludowici Water System serve?
Ludowici Water System serves approximately 1,651 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Ludowici Water System's water source?
Ludowici Water System draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Ludowici Water System's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0033 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Ludowici Water System's service area?
The Ludowici Water System service area has a median household income of $68,006. EPA EJScreen data classifies 50% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Ludowici Water System get its water?
Ludowici 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

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Ludowici Water System (GA): 3 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ga1830000/
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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

Ludowici Water System (EPA ID: GA1830000) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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