Water Quality in Dawsonville, GA
Dawsonville's water has 1 contaminant above health guidelines. Consider using a certified water filter for additional protection.
Utility
DAWSONVILLE WATER SYSTEM
People Served
3,866
MCL Violations
0
Last Updated
May 10, 2022
Quick Summary
Contaminants Detected
⚠️ Contaminants Above Health Guidelines (1)
Chlorine (Total)
What is Chlorine (Total)?
Chlorine is a chemical element with the symbol Cl and atomic number 17. It is a yellow-green gas at room temperature and is a strong oxidizing agent. Chlorine is commonly used in water treatment to kill bacteria and other pathogens, making water safe for drinking.
Health Effects
Exposure to chlorine can cause respiratory issues, skin irritation, and eye irritation. Ingesting high levels of chlorine can lead to gastrointestinal distress and other serious health problems.
Affected Organs
Common Sources
Understanding the Data
This data comes from your local water utility testing. The bar charts compare detected levels against health guidelines (HGL). Contaminants above the health guideline are shown by default and may require filtration. All other tested contaminants are within safe levels and can be viewed by expanding the section above.
Recommended Water Filters for Dawsonville
Based on Dawsonville's water quality data, these NSF-certified filters are recommended to remove contaminants above health guidelines.
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Kaz USA, Inc. a Helen of Troy Company
PUR PUR PPF900Z[2]
NSF Certified:
Capacity
401 gal
Filter Life
1 mo
Removes 11 contaminants:
Benzene, Cadmium, Chlorine (Free), Chlorine (Total), Chlorine Dioxide +6 more
3AC Co., Ltd.
DA97-08006C-1 DA97-08006C-1
NSF Certified:
Capacity
316 gal
Filter Life
1 mo
Flow Rate
0.4 gpm
Removes 19 contaminants:
1,2 Dichlorobenzene, 1,4 Dichlorobenzene, 2,4-D, Asbestos, Atrazine +14 more
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.
DA97-08006N-3 DA97-08006N-3
NSF Certified:
Capacity
6001 gal
Filter Life
20 mo
Flow Rate
0.5 gpm
Removes 19 contaminants:
1,2 Dichlorobenzene, 1,4 Dichlorobenzene, 2,4-D, Asbestos, Atrazine +14 more
![DA97-08006A-1[Pb] DA97-08006A-1[Pb]](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fm.media-amazon.com%2Fimages%2FI%2F716wHGB1CLL._AC_SY550_.jpg&w=3840&q=75)
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.
DA97-08006A-1[Pb] DA97-08006A-1[Pb]
NSF Certified:
Capacity
3001 gal
Filter Life
10 mo
Flow Rate
0.5 gpm
Removes 19 contaminants:
1,2 Dichlorobenzene, 1,4 Dichlorobenzene, 2,4-D, Asbestos, Atrazine +14 more
Frequently Asked Questions
Dawsonville's water has 1 contaminant above health guidelines. While the water meets federal legal limits, we recommend using a certified water filter for additional protection, especially for vulnerable populations like children, pregnant women, and those with compromised immune systems.