Water System Report GA

Academy Acres Subdivision

EPA ID: GA1850009 ยท 338 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Academy Acres Subdivision (GA1850009): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Academy Acres Subdivision earns a clean bill from EPA monitoring - no violations in five years across a service area of 338 people.

Data: EPA SDWIS

338
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$212K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Academy Acres Subdivision Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$73,991
Median Household Income
24,280
Service Area Population
52%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
20%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Academy Acres Subdivision serves a community with a median household income of $73,991 and an estimated 24,280 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

Academy Acres Subdivision'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

36 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
34 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 51% 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 โ†’

Comparable Water Systems

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,800
Water Filtration $600
PFAS Treatment $600
Total Estimated Cost $3,000

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 $3,000 (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

Academy Acres Subdivision (EPA ID: GA1850009) is a community water system in Georgia that serves approximately 338 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 31605 in Valdosta.

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0 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.

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 Academy Acres Subdivision (GA1850009) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Academy Acres Subdivision water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Academy Acres Subdivision in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.

How many people does Academy Acres Subdivision serve?

Academy Acres Subdivision serves approximately 338 people across 1 ZIP code in Georgia.

Where does Academy Acres Subdivision get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Academy Acres Subdivision meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Academy Acres Subdivision serve?
Academy Acres Subdivision serves approximately 338 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Academy Acres Subdivision's water source?
Academy Acres Subdivision draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Academy Acres Subdivision's service area?
The Academy Acres Subdivision service area has a median household income of $73,991. EPA EJScreen data classifies 52% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Academy Acres Subdivision get its water?
Academy Acres Subdivision'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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