What was found in Roswell's water
The highest level seen across the city's suppliers, the EPA limit for each, and where the figure comes from.
| Contaminant | Level vs EPA limit | Suppliers | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| PFBS | 0.0058 µg/L No EPA limit set | 1/2 | UCMR-5 |
| Pfhxa | 0.0058 µg/L No EPA limit set | 1/2 | UCMR-5 |
| Pfpea | 0.0049 µg/L No EPA limit set | 1/2 | UCMR-5 |
| Lead | 0.0026 mg/L 17% of the EPA limit 0.0150 mg/L | 2/2 | LCR |
Water suppliers serving Roswell
| Supplier | Population served |
|---|---|
| ROSWELL | 14,300 |
| MOUNTAIN PARK | 557 |
Frequently asked questions about Roswell tap water
Is Roswell tap water safe to drink?
EPA testing detected 4 contaminants in the water serving Roswell. A detection isn't the same as a violation — most detected levels are within federal limits. Check the level and source for each contaminant above, and your utility's annual Consumer Confidence Report for the official compliance status.
How many water suppliers serve Roswell?
2 public water suppliers report drinking-water monitoring for Roswell, Georgia to the EPA. Each is listed above with its population served.
What contaminants are in Roswell's water?
The contaminants EPA monitoring detected in Roswell include PFBS, Pfhxa, Pfpea, Lead. The full list, with the highest level found and the data source, is in the table above.
Where does this data come from?
Every figure is official EPA drinking-water monitoring — the Lead & Copper Rule, the UCMR-5 nationwide testing program, and the EPA Six-Year Review — not our own testing. Each number is labelled with its source and period.