Water System Report GA

Lakeview Utilities

EPA ID: GA2470005 · 2,200 people served · 3 ZIP codes

Federal monitoring spanning five full years has produced zero violations at Lakeview Utilities — a clean record across every reporting cycle for a utility serving approximately 2,200 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02

2,200
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$267K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Lakeview Utilities Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$71,086
Median Household Income
95,271
Service Area Population
27%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
45%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Lakeview Utilities serves a community with a median household income of $71,086 and an estimated 95,271 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.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Lakeview Utilities'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
60th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
0th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 3% of homes in Rockdale County, Georgia rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points.

Infrastructure Risk

44 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
26 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 63% 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.

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 →

Comparable Water Systems

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2,200 people
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2,211 people
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Hamilton
2,211 people
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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 $1,400
PFAS Treatment $500
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $2,300

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 $2,300 (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

Lakeview Utilities (EPA ID: GA2470005) is a community water system in Georgia that serves approximately 2,200 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 1 community.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: 2 ZIP codes confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 1 additional ZIP inferred from SDWIS registry data. The EPA-confirmed set is the most reliable; SDWIS-inferred entries may be narrower than the real deployment area.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Lakeview Utilities (GA2470005) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lakeview Utilities water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Lakeview Utilities has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Lakeview Utilities serve?

Lakeview Utilities serves approximately 2,200 people across 3 ZIP codes in Georgia.

Where does Lakeview Utilities get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

0
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
19
Unknown Material
725
Confirmed Non-Lead

This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.

Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.

Federal Regulatory Status · 2026Q1
LCRR inventory submission: Reported all required service line types
Latest tap sample on 2022-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 2,200
Reported to Georgia

Source: EPA SDWIS Federal Service Line Inventory (Phase 2) · Submitted 2026

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with the utility or state agency. Inventory figures render verbatim from the public LCRI submission cited above; ZipCheckup does not perform inspections or replacements.

Learn about lead in drinking water →

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Lakeview Utilities meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Lakeview Utilities serve?
Lakeview Utilities serves approximately 2,200 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Lakeview Utilities's water source?
Lakeview Utilities draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Lakeview Utilities's service area?
The Lakeview Utilities service area has a median household income of $71,086. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Lakeview Utilities get its water?
Lakeview Utilities'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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