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14,512 people served · 22 water systems
CLEVELAND, Georgia is a small city with 14,512 residents served by a network of 22 public water systems. Water service covers ZIP code 30528.
CLEVELAND'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 CLEVELAND. 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.
CLEVELAND'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.
WHITE CO WATER & SEWERAGE AUTH
PWSID: GA3110072
6,380 served
TIMBERLANE
PWSID: GA3110069
107 served
CHESTATEE VALLEY
PWSID: GA1870102
104 served
WILDWOOD ON PINK MOUNTAIN HOA
PWSID: GA3110062
169 served
ROYAL OAKS SUBDIVISION
PWSID: GA1870082
88 served
MILL CREEK STATION
PWSID: GA1870086
205 served
CANE CREEK MEADOWS SUBDIVISION
PWSID: GA1870090
107 served
SOQUE WILDERNESS
PWSID: GA1370070
63 served
MT. YONAH SCENIC ESTATES
PWSID: GA3110010
198 served
PEACEFUL VALLEY
PWSID: GA3110012
289 served
WALKER HILLS SUBDIVISION
PWSID: GA1870088
49 served
HIGHTOWER OVERLOOK SUBDIVISION
PWSID: GA1870099
73 served
HANNAH`S CROSSING SUBDIVISION
PWSID: GA1870098
57 served
YONAH EAST SUBDIVISION
PWSID: GA3110109
137 served
SOUTH HAMPTON SUBDIVISION
PWSID: GA1870078
89 served
DEER TRAIL LAKES/HIGH MEADOWS SUBDIVISIO
PWSID: GA1370068
111 served
MILL CREEK
PWSID: GA1370069
34 served
CASTLEBERRY RIDGE SUBDIVISION
PWSID: GA1870091
248 served
MOUNTAIN CREEK GROVE RESORT
PWSID: GA3110111
191 served
CLEVELAND WATERWORKS
PWSID: GA3110000
5,587 served
SWISS COLONY WATER SERVICE
PWSID: GA3110060
153 served
WINDY ACRES SUBDIVISION
PWSID: GA3110014
73 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.
CLEVELAND has 0 EPA health-based water violations in the last 5 years across 22 water systems serving 14,512 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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