What was found in Martinez's water
The level at the city's main supplier, the highest level anywhere in the city, the EPA limit for each, and where every figure comes from.
| Contaminant | Level vs EPA limit | Suppliers | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lead | 0.0032 mg/L 21% of the EPA limit 0.0150 mg/L Main supplier: COLUMBIA COUNTY · 124,763 people · 2023 | 2/2 | LCR |
| Pfpea | 0.0030 µg/L No EPA limit set Main supplier: COLUMBIA COUNTY · 124,763 people · 2025 | 1/2 | UCMR-5 |
Water suppliers serving Martinez
| Supplier | Population served |
|---|---|
| COLUMBIA COUNTY | 124,763 |
| MARTINEZ WATER ASSOC. | 150 |
Frequently asked questions about Martinez tap water
Is Martinez tap water safe to drink?
EPA testing detected 2 contaminants in the water serving Martinez. A detection isn't the same as a violation — most detected levels are within federal limits. Check the level and source for each contaminant above, and your utility's annual Consumer Confidence Report for the official compliance status.
How many water suppliers serve Martinez?
2 public water suppliers report drinking-water monitoring for Martinez, Georgia to the EPA. Each is listed above with its population served.
What contaminants are in Martinez's water?
The contaminants EPA monitoring detected in Martinez include Lead, Pfpea. The full list, with the level at the main supplier and the data source, is in the table above.
Where does this data come from?
Every figure is official EPA drinking-water monitoring — the Lead & Copper Rule, the UCMR-5 nationwide testing program, and the EPA Six-Year Review — not our own testing. Each number is labelled with its source and period.