Water system

Manchester

Name: Manchester drinking water quality
Creator: TapWaterZip
License: https://www.usa.gov/government-works

Georgia EPA ID GA1990003 5,397 people Surface water

What this means for you

Is it safe to drink right now?: EPA records show 1 recent health-based violation for Manchester that is not marked resolved. Check your utility’s website or bill insert for any boil-water or do-not-drink notice and follow it.
Should I use a filter?: Yes, we recommend considering one. Unresolved health-based issues make a home filter a reasonable backup.
What kind of filter?: See matched standards and product picks.

This is general information from public EPA data, not medical advice. Lead often comes from a home’s own pipes, so only a test of your tap can tell your exposure. If you are pregnant, caring for an infant, or have a weakened immune system, ask your doctor or health department.

Summary: 2 health-based violations in the last 5 years; 3 monitoring/reporting violations; 2 not yet resolved; PFAS tested (UCMR 5), none above federal limits; Lead 90th percentile below the action level (2025).

EPA data snapshot 2026Q3. Grade is TapWaterZip's own score — see methods.

PFAS (“forever chemicals”), EPA UCMR 5

No PFAS detected in any UCMR 5 sample.

5 PFAS tested and not detected

PFNA, PFHxS, PFOS, HFPO-DA, PFOA (6 samples each, below EPA minimum reporting levels).

Hazard Index (PFHxS, PFNA, GenX, PFBS): 0 (limit 1.0, proposed for repeal).

Averages are per sampling location across UCMR 5 samples (non-detects counted as 0), approximating the rule’s running annual average. Not an official compliance determination; PFOA/PFOS MCL compliance begins April 26, 2029.

Lead and copper

Lead 90th percentile0 ppb2025-12-31

Current action level15 ppbLCRI lowers to 10 ppb on Nov 1, 2027

Violations (last 5 years)

Began	Type	Contaminant / rule	Status
2026-02-06	Required treatment not done	Stage 1 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rule	Unaddressed
2025-07-02	Reporting problem	LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS	Resolved
2025-07-01	Missed or late testing	Revised Total Coliform Rule	Resolved
2023-07-22	Required treatment not done	Revised Total Coliform Rule	Resolved
2022-07-21	Other paperwork/notice violation	Public Notice	Unaddressed

Filters matched to this water

FILTER PICKS

Look for filters certified (NSF, IAPMO or WQA) to these standards for the specific contaminant. Buttons open the maker’s page or an Amazon search; use “Check NSF listing” to verify a model’s claims. No affiliate links yet — grades are never sold.

Coliform/E. coli

NSF/ANSI 55 Class A (UV)Boil water notice—follow utility

Class A UV disinfection system ~$100–400

Only after any boil-water notice is lifted; UV does not remove chemicals.

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Chlorine/chloramine taste

NSF/ANSI 42

Aquasana Clean Water Pitcher ~$35

Pitcher for chlorine taste/odor; check the NSF/ANSI 42 listing for the exact model.

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Brita Elite Filter ~$20–40

Common faucet/pitcher option; confirm the 42 claim on the box.

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Annual water quality report

Utilities must publish a Consumer Confidence Report every year by July 1. Find it on the utility’s website or ask them directly; EPA explains how.

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