Water System Report GA

Colbert Water System

EPA ID: GA1950001 · 1,374 people served · 3 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Colbert Water System (GA1950001): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Federal monitoring spanning five full years has produced zero violations at Colbert Water System - a clean record across every reporting cycle for a utility serving approximately 1,374 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

1,374
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.013 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged
$197K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$64,882
Median Household Income
24,128
Service Area Population
50%
Disadvantaged Population
70th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
37%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Colbert Water System serves a community with a median household income of $64,882 and an estimated 24,128 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.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Colbert 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.

Low Risk
Source Contamination Risk
0th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
10th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

29 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
41 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 41% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $600
Radon Mitigation $400
Water Filtration $200
Total Estimated Cost $1,200

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.

System Overview

Colbert Water System (EPA ID: GA1950001) is a community water system in Georgia that serves approximately 1,374 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 communities.

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
0.013 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 2 (Moderate Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$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 Colbert Water System (GA1950001) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Colbert Water System water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Colbert Water System 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 Colbert Water System serve?

Colbert Water System serves approximately 1,374 people across 3 ZIP codes in Georgia.

Where does Colbert Water System get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Colbert Water System meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Colbert Water System serve?
Colbert Water System serves approximately 1,374 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Colbert Water System's water source?
Colbert Water System draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Colbert Water System's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.013 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Colbert Water System's service area?
The Colbert Water System service area has a median household income of $64,882. EPA EJScreen data classifies 50% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Colbert Water System get its water?
Colbert 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.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Colbert Water System Water Quality Report, GA. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ga1950001/
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