Irwinton
EPA ID: GA3190002 · 1,597 people served · 6 ZIP codes
With 1 unresolved EPA violation, Irwinton is currently out of full compliance — approximately 1,597 people in its service area.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
Compliance Trajectory
Worsening · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months
Violations went from 3 (2023) to 12 (2025). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Irwinton Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary — Grade A
Service Area Demographics
The Irwinton serves a community with a median household income of $54,922 and an estimated 54,903 residents across its service area. Approximately 57% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
Environmental Justice Note: 74% 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?
Irwinton'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.
About 1% of homes in Wilkinson County, Georgia rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.
Infrastructure Risk
Detected Contaminants
How Irwinton compares to EPA limits
What This Means For You
Stage 2 DBP Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.
Comparable Water Systems
Similar-sized systems in Georgia
Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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
Irwinton (EPA ID: GA3190002) is a community water system in Georgia that serves approximately 1,597 people from groundwater sources.
This system provides water to 6 ZIP codes across 6 communities.
Average Home Safety Score: A (87/100)
Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.
Violation History
Recent Violations
| Date | Contaminant | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 2, 2025 | Stage 2 DBP Rule | Monitoring | Unresolved |
Contaminants Detected
The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | Health-Based |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stage 2 DBP Rule | Treatment Failure | 1 | No |
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:
Radon Risk in Service Area
Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 3 (Low Risk)
Need help with your water quality?
Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — 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.
- 31031 — Gordon
- 31042 — Irwinton
- 31044 — Jeffersonville
- 31054 — Mc Intyre
- 31061 — Milledgeville
- 31090 — Toomsboro
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Irwinton (GA3190002) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Irwinton water safe to drink?
Irwinton has only monitoring/reporting violations, which are procedural in nature. The system meets federal health-based standards.
How many people does Irwinton serve?
Irwinton serves approximately 1,597 people across 6 ZIP codes in Georgia.
Where does Irwinton get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
What You Can Do
Test your water
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Check your specific ZIP code
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Contact your utility
Irwinton (EPA ID: GA3190002) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.