Historical Compliance Records GA 19 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Hahira

EPA ID: GA1850000 ยท 3,572 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Hahira (GA1850000): 19 past health-based violations, since resolved. On record: Hahira, 19 violations, all resolved, 3,572 in service area.

Data: EPA SDWIS

B ยท 83
Avg Safety Score
3,572
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
19
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0053 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk ยท Low
1
Contaminants Flagged
$251K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary - Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$81,178
Median Household Income
15,304
Service Area Population
52%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
24%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Hahira serves a community with a median household income of $81,178 and an estimated 15,304 residents across its service area.

Environmental Justice Note: 52% 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

Hahira'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
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

19 yr
Avg Pipe Age
PEX or Copper
Pipe Material
46 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 29% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Hahira compares to EPA limits

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 19 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.08 mg/L
Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns

What This Means For You

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) at 19 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.08 mg/L. Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.

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Comparable Water Systems

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1 violation
Leesburg
3,629 people
0 violations
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3,514 people
2 violations
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3,478 people
0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $2,500
Water Filtration $600
Total Estimated Cost $3,100

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 $1,500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Property Value Decline $12,525

5% of median home value (EPA est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$13,765
10 years
$27,530
20 years
$55,060

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $3,100 (one-time) vs. $27,530 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

Hahira (EPA ID: GA1850000) is a community water system in Georgia that serves approximately 3,572 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 31632 in Hahira.

ZIP-Area Home Safety Context: B (83/100)

This is the average Home Safety Score for 1 of 1 service-area ZIP codes with all required score domains observed. It is not a grade for the water utility.

Model 4.0.0 uses SDWIS identity plus accepted ECHO SDWA lifecycle-based water compliance, the UCMR 5 PFAS MCL screen, EPA radon zone, and annual EPA AirData AQI across three equally weighted domains. Missing required evidence suppresses the score.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 19 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 19 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, 2025 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Health-based Resolved
July 1, 2025 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Health-based Resolved
April 1, 2025 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Health-based Resolved
January 1, 2025 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Health-based Resolved
October 1, 2024 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Health-based Resolved
July 1, 2024 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Health-based Resolved
April 1, 2024 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Health-based Resolved
January 1, 2024 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Health-based Resolved
July 1, 2023 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Health-based Resolved
April 1, 2023 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Health-based Resolved
October 1, 2022 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Health-based Resolved
July 1, 2022 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Health-based Resolved
April 1, 2022 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Health-based Resolved
January 1, 2022 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Health-based Resolved
October 1, 2021 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Health-based Resolved
July 1, 2021 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Health-based Resolved
April 1, 2021 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Health-based Resolved
January 1, 2021 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 19 Yes

Health Risk Details

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) (EPA limit: 0.08 mg/L)

Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns At-risk groups: pregnant women, long-term consumers of chlorinated water, people who frequently shower in chlorinated water.

Removal methods: granular activated carbon (GAC), carbon block filter, point-of-entry aeration. 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
0.0053 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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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 Hahira (GA1850000) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hahira water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Hahira; its 19 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Hahira serve?

Hahira serves approximately 3,572 people across 1 ZIP code in Georgia.

Where does Hahira 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

Is water from Hahira safe to drink?
Hahira earns a B safety grade with 19 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
What contaminants are in Hahira's water?
Detected contaminants include Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM). 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 Hahira serve?
Hahira serves approximately 3,572 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Hahira's water source?
Hahira draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Hahira's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0053 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Hahira's service area?
The Hahira service area has a median household income of $81,178. EPA EJScreen data classifies 52% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Hahira get its water?
Hahira'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.). Hahira (GA): 19 Health Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ga1850000/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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2

Check your specific ZIP code

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3

Contact your utility

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