Dahlonega, GA 30533

17 water systems • 13,682 residents

Excellent water quality with minimal contaminants

A

Score: 87/100

Graded on EPA violations, contaminants, severity, compliance, and enforcement history. See methodology.

Data updated June 2026 • Sources: EPA ECHO and EPA Envirofacts

23

Contaminants Detected

227

Violations on Record

33

Health-Based Violations

0

Recent Violations

Grade Breakdown

Contaminant Count2 / 25
Violation History23 / 25
Contaminant Severity23 / 25
System Compliance3 / 15
Enforcement History0 / 10
Total Score87%

87 / 100 points

Recommended Water Filters

  • ✓Point-of-Use Carbon Filter (NSF-certified for lead)
  • ✓Reverse Osmosis or Ion Exchange Filter
  • ✓Ultraviolet (UV) Purification
  • ✓Activated Carbon Filter (disinfection byproducts)
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Consult a water quality specialist for personalized recommendations.

Dahlonega vs GA & National Average

Detected Contaminants

23 contaminants detected across water systems serving this ZIP code

ContaminantCategory
NitrateAgricultural
Nitrate-NitriteAgricultural
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)Disinfection Byproduct
TTHMDisinfection Byproduct
Antimony, TotalHeavy Metal
ArsenicHeavy Metal
BariumHeavy Metal
Beryllium, TotalHeavy Metal
CadmiumHeavy Metal
ChromiumHeavy Metal
Lead and Copper RuleHeavy Metal
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONSHeavy Metal
MercuryHeavy Metal
NickelHeavy Metal
SeleniumHeavy Metal
Thallium, TotalHeavy Metal
CYANIDEInorganic
FluorideInorganic
Coliform (TCR)Microorganism
E. COLIMicroorganism
Revised Total Coliform RuleMicroorganism
Consumer Confidence RuleOther
Combined Radium (-226 and -228)Radiological

Water System Information

Systems Serving This ZIP:
LUMPKIN CO. - SETTLERS BLUFF SUBDIVISION, DAHLONEGA, TRAHLYTA TRACE SUBDIVISION, MONTALUCE WATER WORKS WATER SYSTEM, LUMPKIN CO. - FERN PARK WATER SYSTEM +5 more
Population Served:
13,682
Systems With Violations:
14 of 17
Major Violations:
80
Enforcement Actions:
190

Nearby Areas

30564

Murrayville • 9.4 mi away

F

30534

Dawsonville • 9.6 mi away

B

30503

Gainesville • 14.2 mi away

A

30528

Cleveland • 16.5 mi away

A

30506

Gainesville • 17 mi away

B

30501

Gainesville • 17.8 mi away

B

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the grade mean?

Our A–F grade ranks this ZIP code's water quality against every other analyzed ZIP in the country, based on EPA data. A = among the best, F = among the most troubled.

Is my tap water safe to drink?

Water systems regulated by the EPA must comply with Safe Drinking Water Act standards. However, if you're concerned about water quality, consider a water filter appropriate for your contaminants.

How often is the data updated?

We update our data quarterly with the latest EPA ECHO and Envirofacts data. Historical violations are tracked to identify patterns.

What filters do you recommend?

Filter recommendations are based on detected contaminants in your area. See our Filter Guide for detailed information about different filter types.