EFFINGHAM COUNTY SURFACE WATER SYSTEM
GA · PWS ID GA1030131 · Community water system
31
contaminants tested
6
detected
12,293
people served
PFAS detected
“Forever chemicals” from UCMR-5 — the only fresh nationwide measurements (2023–2025).
| Contaminant | Max | Detection rate | Period |
|---|---|---|---|
| PFBS | 0.0049 ug/L | 4/4 | 2025 |
| PFOA | 0.0057 ug/L | 4/4 | 2025 |
| PFOS | 0.0064 ug/L | 4/4 | 2025 |
| PFPeA | 0.0034 ug/L | 3/4 | 2025 |
| PFHxA | 0.0030 ug/L | 1/4 | 2025 |
Other contaminants detected
| Contaminant | Max | Detection rate | Source | Period |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LEAD SUMMARY | 0.0043 mg/L | 13/13 | LCR | 2025 |
25 contaminants tested, none detected
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