Current Noncompliance GA

Arnoldsville

EPA ID: GA2210004 ยท 1,763 people served ยท 3 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Arnoldsville (GA2210004): 1 unresolved EPA violation on record. EPA compliance records for Arnoldsville show 1 unresolved violation - findings that remain open and are tracked at the federal level, covering a service territory of approximately 1,763 people.

Data: EPA SDWIS

1,763
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
5
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0016 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk ยท Moderate
3
Contaminants Flagged
$202K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$75,625
Median Household Income
12,003
Service Area Population
26%
Disadvantaged Population
63th
Poverty Percentile
73th
Energy Burden Percentile
45%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Arnoldsville serves a community with a median household income of $75,625 and an estimated 12,003 residents across its service area. Approximately 45% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Arnoldsville'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
17th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
7th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

33 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
37 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 47% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Arnoldsville compares to EPA limits

Arsenic 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.01 mg/L

What This Means For You

Arsenic at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.01 mg/L.

Total Coliform at 3 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

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

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Georgia

Morganton
1,768 people
2 violations
Martin
1,769 people
0 violations
14 violations
Sky Valley
1,820 people
4 violations
4 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $600
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $1,000

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:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $1,000

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$5,000
10 years
$10,000
20 years
$20,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,000 (one-time) vs. $10,000 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

Arnoldsville (EPA ID: GA2210004) is a community water system in Georgia that serves approximately 1,763 people from groundwater sources.

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

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: 4 resolved, 0 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
October 1, 2025 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
August 4, 2025 Total Coliform Non-health-based Resolved
May 28, 2025 Total Coliform Non-health-based Resolved
September 27, 2023 Total Coliform Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Arsenic Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Total Coliform Microbiological 3 No
Arsenic Inorganic 1 No
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0016 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.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

Find the Right Water Filter

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 Arnoldsville (GA2210004) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arnoldsville 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 Arnoldsville serve?

Arnoldsville serves approximately 1,763 people across 3 ZIP codes in Georgia.

Where does Arnoldsville get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Arnoldsville's water?
Detected contaminants include Arsenic, Total Coliform, Stage 1 DBP 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 Arnoldsville serve?
Arnoldsville serves approximately 1,763 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Arnoldsville's water source?
Arnoldsville draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Arnoldsville's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0016 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Arnoldsville's service area?
The Arnoldsville service area has a median household income of $75,625. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Arnoldsville get its water?
Arnoldsville'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.). Arnoldsville (GA): 5 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ga2210004/
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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

Arnoldsville (EPA ID: GA2210004) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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