Current Noncompliance GA

Sky Valley

EPA ID: GA2410053 ยท 1,820 people served ยท 3 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Sky Valley (GA2410053): 1 unresolved EPA violation on record. EPA compliance records for Sky Valley show 1 unresolved violation - findings that remain open and are tracked at the federal level, covering a service territory of approximately 1,820 people.

Data: EPA SDWIS

1,820
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
4
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0021 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk ยท Moderate
4
Contaminants Flagged
$272K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Sky Valley Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$58,374
Median Household Income
10,770
Service Area Population
80%
Disadvantaged Population
80th
Poverty Percentile
90th
Energy Burden Percentile
50%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Sky Valley serves a community with a median household income of $58,374 and an estimated 10,770 residents across its service area. Approximately 50% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 80% 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

Sky Valley'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
0th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
10th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

42 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
28 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 60% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Sky Valley compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Total Coliform at 1 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Lead and Copper Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Comparable Water Systems

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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 $1,600
Radon Mitigation $400
Water Filtration $100
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.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,500
10 years
$5,000
20 years
$10,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,100 (one-time) vs. $5,000 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

Sky Valley (EPA ID: GA2410053) is a community water system in Georgia that serves approximately 1,820 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: 3 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
July 6, 2023 Total Coliform Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2022 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
September 29, 2022 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
August 1, 2021 Consumer Confidence Report 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
Total Coliform Microbiological 1 No
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 1 No
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 1 No
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0021 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 Sky Valley (GA2410053) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sky Valley 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 Sky Valley serve?

Sky Valley serves approximately 1,820 people across 3 ZIP codes in Georgia.

Where does Sky Valley get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Sky Valley's water?
Detected contaminants include Total Coliform, Surface Water Treatment Rule, Lead and Copper Rule, Consumer Confidence Report Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 4 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 Sky Valley serve?
Sky Valley serves approximately 1,820 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Sky Valley's water source?
Sky Valley draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Sky Valley's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0021 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Sky Valley's service area?
The Sky Valley service area has a median household income of $58,374. EPA EJScreen data classifies 80% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Sky Valley get its water?
Sky Valley'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.). Sky Valley (GA): 4 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ga2410053/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

Home test kits can detect lead, bacteria, and other contaminants at your tap. Find the right filter โ†’

2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report โ†’

3

Contact your utility

Sky Valley (EPA ID: GA2410053) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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