Tap Water Quality in Athens, GA
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Athens Drinking Water Overview
Population: ~128,000 | Source: North Oconee River and Bear Creek Reservoir
Athens-Clarke County Public Utilities draws from the North Oconee River and Bear Creek Reservoir. Home to the University of Georgia, the city has invested in watershed protection. Agricultural and suburban runoff in the watershed can affect source water quality seasonally.
Common water quality concerns in Athens
Agricultural runoff
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Disinfection byproducts
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Algal blooms
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What's in your Athens water report
Contaminant levels
Every detected contaminant in your Athens water system, compared to EPA limits and health guidelines.
Violation history
All EPA violations on record for water systems serving Athens, including health-based and monitoring violations.
Water quality grade
An A through F grade based on violation history, contaminant levels, and health guideline comparisons.
Filter recommendations
Which type of water filter will actually remove the contaminants found in your specific water system.
Water quality in nearby cities
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