Water Quality in HAZLEHURST, GA (31539)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 31539.
49
Total Violations
24
Health-Based
25
Monitoring / Reporting
49
Resolved
What does this mean?
49 of 49 violations have been resolved. 24 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 25 are monitoring or reporting violations (missed testing deadlines or late paperwork — not necessarily a water quality issue). Not all violations mean your water is unsafe. The EPA requires reporting even for minor administrative issues.
Violations Detail (49 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Combined Radium (-226 and -228) | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Combined Uranium | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Combined Uranium | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Combined Uranium | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U | Health-Based | N/A | 19 | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U | Health-Based | N/A | 19 | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U | Health-Based | N/A | 19 | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2024(24)
Combined Radium (-226 and -228)
03
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U
03
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U
03
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U
03
Combined Uranium
03
Combined Uranium
03
Combined Uranium
03
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U
02
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U
02
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U
02
Combined Radium (-226 and -228)
03
Combined Radium (-226 and -228)
03
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U
02
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U
02
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U
02
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U
02
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U
02
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U
02
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U
02
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U
02
Gross Alpha, Excl. Radon and U
02
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
2023(7)
Lead and Copper Rule
52
Lead and Copper Rule
52
Lead and Copper Rule
52
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
E. COLI
34
How Does This Compare?
HAZLEHURST (31539) has 49 recorded violations, including 24 health-based. All violations have been resolved, which is a positive sign for current water quality. Consider testing your tap water independently for added peace of mind.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on the contaminants detected in your area, these filter types may help improve your water quality.
Reverse Osmosis System
Highly effective at removing heavy metals, dissolved solids, and a wide range of contaminants. Recommended for homes with lead or arsenic concerns.
Targets:Lead, Copper, Arsenic, Mercury, Cadmium
Look for:NSF/ANSI 58 certified
UV Water Purifier
Uses ultraviolet light to neutralize bacteria, viruses, and parasites without chemicals. Ideal for homes with microbial contamination concerns.
Targets:E. coli, Coliform, Giardia, Cryptosporidium
Look for:NSF/ANSI 55 (Class A) certified
Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove.