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Clean drinking water is essential for maintaining good health and overall well-being. Safe, contaminant-free water helps prevent the spread of diseases, supports proper hydration, and ensures the body's vital functions operate smoothly.
Athens's Primary Drinking Water Source:
Surface Water
Drinking Water Contaminant Levels
Lead
3.6 ppb
Health standard: 0 ppb
Legal limit: 15 ppb
1,4-dioxane
0.2088 ppb
Health standard: 0.35 ppb
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Chlorate
62.3124 ppb
Health standard: 210 ppb
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Chromium (total)
0.299 ppb
Health standard: 100 ppb
Legal limit:
100 ppb
Chromium (hexavalent)
0.1393 ppb
Health standard: 0.02 ppb
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
22.1918 ppb
Health standard: 0.1 ppb
Legal limit:
60 ppb
Six Brominated Haloacetic Acids
5.5949 ppb
Health standard: Not Set
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Haloacetic Acids (HAA9)
27.3491 ppb
Health standard: .06 ppb
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Manganese
2.548 ppb
Health standard: 100 ppb
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Strontium
32.3918 ppb
Health standard: 1.5 ppm
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Vanadium
0.3867 ppb
Health standard: 21 ppb
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Contaminant Data Based on Averages of SDWA LCR Samples and UCMR 3, UCMR 4, and UCMR 5 Samples. Health standards are based on guidelines set by the EPA, WHO, or state health departments. Health standards are based on possible negative health side effects if that level of contaminant is exceeded. Legal limits are set and enforced by EPA regulations.
Not at this time, the state of Georgia has not deregulated electric utilities. The primary electric company providing power to Athens is Georgia Power.
Can I choose my natural gas utility provider in Athens, GA?
Yes, the state of Georgia has deregulated its natural gas utilities. Deregulation of gas service allows for multiple providers and allows customers to choose between providers and plans that best fit their needs. Assuming your area has started enabling retail gas competition, you can choose between Atlanta Gas Light and Constellation Energy or any of the other natural gas providers that offer service in Athens.
What is the average utility bill in Athens?
On average, the residents of Athens, GA pay around $160.78 total per month on utility bills including electric, gas, water and trash. That means people in Athens on average pay 2.2% less than the national average of $164.4 on utilities each month.
Does Athens offer municipal electricity services?
No, Athens does not provide municipal electric service to it's residents. However, it is likely that there are essential municipal services offered to the Athens area, like providing safe and clean water, handling sewage treatment and wastewater disposal by Athens-clarke Co Water System.
Who is the fastest internet provider in Athens?
AT&T Fiber is the fastest internet service provider in Athens, offering speeds up to 5 Gbps.