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Official Status: March 2026

Is Milledgeville tap water safe to drink?

⚠ Caution Advised
D

Use extra caution — Milledgeville scores 35/100.

Safety Score
35
out of 100

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Milledgeville

Georgia

View Georgia state report Data updated: Mar 2026

Is Milledgeville tap water safe to drink?

Use extra caution — Milledgeville scores 35/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 2 local systems in Milledgeville. We found 152 total violations (59 unresolved).

Real-Time Environment

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0mm Precipitation

☀️ No active precipitation. Rainfall can impact surface water turbidity and pollutant runoff in Milledgeville.

Water Quality Impact

✅ Minimal Impact Localized weather conditions may influence test result variability.

🛡️ Home Water Treatment Needs

Should you invest in filtration or softening for your home in Milledgeville?

Requirement Status
Recommended
🟡
💡

Expert Advice

Given the safety margin, a Carbon Block or sediment filter is recommended to improve taste and remove trace particulates.

Buying a Filter?

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Baby Formula Safety

What new parents in Milledgeville should know about tap water safety.

Homebuyer's Perspective

Water quality is easy to overlook when evaluating a move to Milledgeville, but it can affect plumbing longevity and appliance lifespan. With a score of 35/100, we recommend budgeting for high-quality point-of-entry filtration systems to protect your home's value.

Property Impact: Requires Mitigation

Health & Family Safety

Residents should monitor Lead (90th percentile) levels. Pregnant women and families with young children should consult the specific EPA health goals listed below.

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Compliance Record for Milledgeville

152
Violations (5yr)
59
Unresolved
1
Contaminants Tracked
0
Exceeding EPA Limit

Based on EPA SDWIS violation records and contaminant test results for all water systems serving Milledgeville.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Milledgeville tap water safe to drink?

Use extra caution — Milledgeville scores 35/100.

How many water systems serve Milledgeville?

Milledgeville is served by 2 public water systems in our latest EPA-backed dataset.

How can I check water quality for my exact address in Milledgeville?

Use the WaterQ search tool to look up your ZIP code and view nearby systems, contaminant levels, and recent violations for Milledgeville.

What is the water quality score for Milledgeville?

The water quality score for Milledgeville is 35 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results across the 2 systems serving the city.

What are the top contaminants in Milledgeville?

The top contaminants detected in Milledgeville include Lead (90th percentile). View detailed information on our contaminants page.

Water Quality Score
35/100
Grade
F
Water Systems
2
Population
43,607

Milledgeville Water Quality Summary

Milledgeville, GA receives a water quality score of 35/100 (Grade F) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 2 public water systems serving the area.

Milledgeville's water quality score is below the national average, indicating a history of EPA violations or elevated contaminant levels. Residents are encouraged to check their specific water system report and consider additional filtration.

Milledgeville's score of 35 is 47 points below the Georgia state average of 82, and below the nationwide average of roughly 78/100 across all U.S. states.

Water quality data is sourced from the U.S. EPA SDWIS database and updated quarterly. Learn about our scoring methodology → Read our Georgia water quality rankings report →

Key Contaminants

Lead (90th percentile)
0.0021 / 0.015 mg/L
0 mg/L MCL: 0.015 mg/L

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Water Systems Serving Milledgeville (2)

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