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2,149 people served · 18 water systems
TOWNSEND, Georgia is a small town with 2,149 residents served by a network of 18 public water systems. Water service covers ZIP code 31331.
TOWNSEND's drinking water utilities have maintained full EPA compliance over the most recent five-year reporting window — no health-based MCL exceedances have been recorded.
Last updated: 2026-05-18 · Source: EPA SDWIS
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Centered on ZIP-code centroids of water systems serving this city.
EPA Maximum Contaminant Level exceedances reported by water systems serving TOWNSEND. Each entry explains the contaminant, the health risk, and recommended precautions, and links to a full guide.
No health-based violations in the last 5 years.
TOWNSEND's water systems have met EPA health-based Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL) requirements throughout the EPA reporting window. This does not mean zero detection of regulated contaminants — it means all measured concentrations remained below their federal action levels.
SAPELO WOODS SUBDIVISION
PWSID: GA1910008
348 served
PINE VILLAGE / IRISH ACRES ESTATES
PWSID: GA1830057
76 served
THE CROSSING
PWSID: GA1830051
60 served
NETTLES BRANCH SUBDIVISION
PWSID: GA1830043
62 served
DILLON HILL SUBDIVISION
PWSID: GA3050087
39 served
WINCHESTER ESTATES SUBDIVISION
PWSID: GA1830047
101 served
NEWPORT RIDGE (SUBDIVISION OF LOT 9)
PWSID: GA1910111
77 served
SANDHILL SUBDIVISION
PWSID: GA3050088
41 served
HERITAGE ESTATES
PWSID: GA1790030
130 served
SHELLMAR SUBDIVISION
PWSID: GA1910122
36 served
SHELL POINT SUBDIVISION
PWSID: GA1910067
164 served
HAMMOCKS AT SAPELO
PWSID: GA1910116
83 served
DELTA PLANTATION
PWSID: GA1910079
65 served
EAGLE NECK SUBDIVISION
PWSID: GA1910073
84 served
SPRINGFIELD PLANTATION SUBDIVISION
PWSID: GA1910022
360 served
RIVER MARSH MOBILE HOME PARK
PWSID: GA1910123
60 served
RED GATE MOBILE HOME PARK
PWSID: GA1030036
80 served
BELVEDERE ISLAND
PWSID: GA1910072
283 served
This overview reflects EPA SDWIS data published as of 2026-05-18. It covers active Community Water Systems (CWS) that remained within federal Maximum Contaminant Levels during the past five-year EPA reporting window. For up-to-the-minute information, request a current Consumer Confidence Report from your utility, or review the EPA's public dashboard.
This city's water had no EPA health-based violations in the last 5 years.
TOWNSEND has 0 EPA health-based water violations in the last 5 years across 18 water systems serving 2,149 people.
Using an NSF-certified water filter is recommended if your area has violations involving lead, arsenic, or PFAS. For other contaminants, consult your local water utility. Check the annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) for detailed guidance.
Request your water utility's annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR), which is required by the EPA. Follow the utility's guidance on boil water advisories. Run cold water for 30 seconds before drinking if you have older plumbing. Use an NSF-certified filter if needed based on your water system's violations.
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