Historical Compliance Records GA

Fernwood Subdivision

EPA ID: GA2190055 ยท 218 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Fernwood Subdivision (GA2190055): 2 EPA violations in the last five years. While 2 violations did appear in Fernwood Subdivision's five-year monitoring record, none remain unresolved - the utility has returned to full compliance and continues to serve approximately 218 residents under all current EPA drinking water standards.

Data: EPA SDWIS

218
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
2
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0025 mg/L
Max Lead Level
1
Contaminants Flagged
$379K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Fernwood Subdivision Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$127,530
Median Household Income
11,154
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
20th
Poverty Percentile
30th
Energy Burden Percentile
23%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Fernwood Subdivision serves a community with a median household income of $127,530 and an estimated 11,154 residents across its service area.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Fernwood 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
10th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
0th
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 Fernwood Subdivision compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 1 detection recorded.

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†’

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,200
PFAS Treatment $500
Radon Mitigation $400
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.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,665
10 years
$5,330
20 years
$10,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,100 (one-time) vs. $5,330 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

Fernwood Subdivision (EPA ID: GA2190055) is a community water system in Georgia that serves approximately 218 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 30622 in Bogart.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 2 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 2 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 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2023 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 2 No

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0025 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.

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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 Fernwood Subdivision (GA2190055) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fernwood Subdivision water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Fernwood Subdivision; its 2 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Fernwood Subdivision serve?

Fernwood Subdivision serves approximately 218 people across 1 ZIP code in Georgia.

Where does Fernwood Subdivision get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Fernwood Subdivision's water?
Detected contaminants include Surface Water Treatment Rule. 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 Fernwood Subdivision serve?
Fernwood Subdivision serves approximately 218 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Fernwood Subdivision's water source?
Fernwood Subdivision draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Fernwood Subdivision's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0025 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Fernwood Subdivision's service area?
The Fernwood Subdivision service area has a median household income of $127,530. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Fernwood Subdivision get its water?
Fernwood 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.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Fernwood Subdivision (GA): 2 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ga2190055/
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What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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