Tap Water Quality in Atlanta, GA
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Atlanta Drinking Water Overview
Population: ~500,000 | Source: Chattahoochee River and Lake Lanier
Atlanta draws from the Chattahoochee River, sourced primarily from Lake Lanier north of the city. The Department of Watershed Management serves over a million people in the metro area. Atlanta has invested billions in upgrading its aging water and sewer infrastructure following federal consent decrees. Lead in older buildings and service lines remains an area of focus.
Common water quality concerns in Atlanta
Lead from aging infrastructure
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Disinfection byproducts
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Sewer overflows affecting source water
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What's in your Atlanta water report
Contaminant levels
Every detected contaminant in your Atlanta water system, compared to EPA limits and health guidelines.
Violation history
All EPA violations on record for water systems serving Atlanta, 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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