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City of Uvalda WSID 2090005 2020 Annual
Water Quality Report
Is my water safe?
We are pleased to present this year's Annual Water Quality Report (Consumer Confidence Report) as required by the Safe Drinking
Water Act (SDWA). This report is designed to provide details about where your water comes from, what it contains, and how it
compares to standards set by regulatory agencies. This report is a snapshot of last year's water quality. We are committed to
providing you with information because informed customers are our best allies.
Do I need to take special precautions?
Some people may be more vulnerable to contaminants in drinking water than the general population. Immuno-compromised
persons such as persons with cancer undergoing chemotherapy, persons who have undergone organ transplants, people with
HIV/AIDS or other immune system disorders, some elderly, and infants can be particularly at risk from infections. These people
should seek advice about drinking water from their health care providers. EPA/Centers for Disease Control (CDC) guidelines on
appropriate means to lessen the risk of infection by Cryptosporidium and other microbial contaminants are available from the Safe
Water Drinking Hotline (800-426-4791).
Where does my water come from?
Groundwater is provided by Source 301 & 303 located within the city limits. The source of water is commonly referred as the Upper
Floridian Aquifer which provides safe and potable water to our citizens. Chlorine is added for disinfection purposes and fluoride for
teeth and skeletal needs.
Source water assessment and its availability
Our water source is protected by a State of Georgia Wellhead Protection Plan. Our well is enclosed in a fenced in area and all
doors are locked and secured.
Why are there contaminants in my drinking water?
Drinking water, including bottled water, may reasonably be expected to contain at least small amounts of some contaminants. The
presence of contaminants does not necessarily indicate that water poses a health risk. More information about contaminants and
potential health effects can be obtained by calling the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Safe Drinking Water Hotline (800-
426-4791). The sources of drinking water (both tap water and bottled water) include rivers, lakes, streams, ponds, reservoirs,
springs, and wells. As water travels over the surface of the land or through the ground, it dissolves naturally occurring minerals and,
in some cases, radioactive material, and can pick up substances resulting from the presence of animals or from human activity:
microbial contaminants, such as viruses and bacteria, that may come from sewage treatment plants, septic systems, agricultural
livestock operations, and wildlife: inorganic contaminants, such as salts and metals, which can be naturally occurring or result from
urban stormwater runoff, industrial, or domestic wastewater discharges, oil and gas production, mining, or farming; pesticides and
herbicides, which may come from a variety of sources such as agriculture, urban stormwater runoff, and residential uses; organic
Chemical Contaminants, including synthetic and volatile organic chemicals, which are by-products of industrial processes and
petroleum production, and can also come from gas stations, urban stormwater runoff, and septic systems; and radioactive
contaminants, which can be naturally occurring or be the result of oil and gas production and mining activities. In order to ensure
that tap water is safe to drink, EPA prescribes regulations that limit the amount of certain contaminants in water provided by public
water systems. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations establish limits for contaminants in bottled water which must
provide the same protection for public health.
How can I get involved?
Our regular scheduled council meeting are held on the third Tuesday of each month at 7:00 PM. City hall is located at 205 West
Main Street, the public is invited to attend.
Results of radon monitoring
Radon is a radioactive gas that you can't see, taste, or smell. It is found throughout the U.S. Radon can move up through the
ground and into a home through cracks and holes in the foundation. Radon can build up to high levels in all types of homes. Radon
can also get into indoor air when released from tap water from showering, washing dishes, and other household activities.
Compared to radon entering the home through soil, radon entering the home through tap water will in most cases be a small source
of radon in indoor air. Radon is a known human carcinogen. Breathing air containing radon can lead to lung cancer. Drinking water
containing radon may aJso cause increased risk of stomach cancer. If you are concerned about radon in your home, test the air in
your home. Testing is inexpensive and easy. Fix your home if the level of radon in your air is 4 picocuries per liter of air (pCi/L) or
higher. There are simple ways to fix a radon problem that aren't too costly. For additional information, call your state radon program
or call EPA's Radon Hotline (800-SOS-RADON).
Additional Information for Lead
If present, elevated levels of lead can cause serious health problems, especially for pregnant women and young children. Lead in
drinking water is primarily from materials and components associated with service lines and home plumbing. City of Uvlda is
responsible for providing high quality drinking water, but cannot control the variety of materials used in plumbing components. When
your water has been sitting for several hours, you can minimize the potential for lead exposure by flushing your tap for 30 seconds
to 2 minutes before using water for drinking or cooking. If you are concerned about lead in your water, you may wish to have your
water tested. Information on lead in drinking water, testing methods, and steps you can take to minimize exposure is available from
the Safe Drinking Water Hotline or at http://www.epa.gov/safewater/lead.
Water Quality Data Table
In order to ensure that tap water is safe to drink, EPA prescribes regulations which limit the amount of
contaminants in water provided by public water systems. The table below lists all of the drinking water
contaminants that we detected during the calendar year of this report. Although many more contaminants
were tested, only those substances listed below were found in your water. All sources of drinking water
contain some naturally occurring contaminants. At. low levels, these substances are generally not harmful in
our drinking water. Removing all contaminants would be extremely expensive, and in most cases, would not
provide increased protection of public health. A few naturally occurring minerals may actually improve the
taste of drinking water and have nutritional value at low levels. Unless otherwise noted, the data presented in
this table is from testing done in the calendar year of the report. The EPA or the State requires us to monitor
for certain contaminants less than once per year because the concentrations of these contaminants do not
vary significantly from year to year, or the system is not considered vulnerable to this type of contamination.
As such, some of our data, though representative, may be more than one year old. In this table you will find
terms and abbreviations that might not be familiar to you. To help you better understand these terms, we
have provided the definitions below the table.
MCLG
MCL,
Detect
In
Range
Contaminants
or
MRDLG
TT, or
MRDL
Your
Water
Low
High
Sample
Date
Violation
Typical Source
Disinfectants & Disinfection By-Products
(There is convincing evidence that addition of a disinfectant is necessary for control of microbial contaminants)
Chlorine (as C12) (ppm)
4
4
1.14
.9
1.4
2020
No
Water additive used to control microbes
Inorganic Contaminants
Barium (ppm)
2
2
.15
.15
.15
2019
No
Discharge of drilling wastes; Discharge
from metal refineries; Erosion of natural
deposits
Fluoride (ppm)
4
4
.69
.6
.8
2020
No
Erosion of natural deposits; Water
additive which promotes strong teeth;
Discharge from fertilizer and aluminum
factories
Microbiological Contaminants
Total Coliform (TCR)
(positive samples/month)
0
1
0
NA
NA
2020
No
Naturally present in the environment
Radioactive Contaminants
Alpha emitters (pCi/L)
0
15
4.5
4.45
4.5
2020
No
Erosion of natural deposits
Contaminants
MCLG
or
MRDLG
MCL,
TT, or
MRDL
Detect
In
Range
Sample
Date
Violation
Typical Source
Your
Water
Low
High
Radium (combined
226/228) (pCi/L)
0
5
2.56
2.33
2.56
2020
No
Erosion of natural deposits
Contaminants
MCLG
AL
Your
Water
Sample
Date
# Samples
Exceeding
AL
Exceeds
AL
Typical Source
Inorganic Contaminants
Copper - action level at
consumer taps (ppm)
1.3
1.3
.074
2020
0
No
Corrosion of household plumbing
systems; Erosion of natural deposits
Lead - action level at consumer
taps (ppb)
0
15
0
2020
0
No
Corrosion of household plumbing
systems; Erosion of natural deposits
Unit Descriptions
Term
Definition
ppm
ppm: parts per million, or milligrams per liter (mg/L)
ppb
ppb: parts per billion, or micrograms per liter (pg/L)
pCi/L
pCi/L: picocuries per liter (a measure of radioactivity)
positive samples/month
positive samples/month: Number of samples taken monthly that were found to be positive
NA
NA: not applicable
ND
ND: Not detected
NR
NR: Monitoring not required, but recommended.
Important Drinking Water Definitions
Term
Definition
MCLG
MCLG: Maximum Contaminant Level Goal: The level of a contaminant in drinking water below which there is no
known or expected risk to health. MCLGs allow for a margin of safety.
MCL
MCL: Maximum Contaminant Level: The highest level of a contaminant that is allowed in drinking water. MCLs
are set as close to the MCLGs as feasible using the best available treatment technology.
TT
TT: Treatment Technique: A required process intended to reduce the level of a contaminant in drinking water.
AL
AL: Action Level: The concentration of a contaminant which, if exceeded, triggers treatment or other requirements
which a water system must follow.
Variances
and
Exemptions
Variances and Exemptions: State or EPA permission not to meet an MCL or a treatment technique under certain
conditions.
MRDLG
MRDLG: Maximum residual disinfection level goal. The level of a drinking water disinfectant below which there is
no known or expected risk to health. MRDLGs do not reflect the benefits of the use of disinfectants to control
microbial contaminants.
MRDL
MRDL: Maximum residual disinfectant level. The highest level of a disinfectant allowed in drinking water. There is
convincing evidence that addition of a disinfectant is necessary for control of microbial contaminants.
MNR
MNR: Monitored Not Regulated
MPL
MPL: State Assigned Maximum Permissible Level
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(L to R, Front): Justice Gabbard (brother), Joe Gabbard (father), Jace Gabbard, Ron-
nin Gabbard (mother), EllaJune Gabbard (sister); (Back): Head Coach Mandy God-
bee, Coach Erica Palmer, Coach Lee Humphrey, and Coach Nic McBride,
Gabbard Heads To BPC
By Mike Branch
Sports Editor
sports 7 advance@gmaii. com
On Monday of this
week Vidalia High School's
Jace Gabbard signed his
letter of intent to run for
the Brewton-Parker Col
lege's track & field team.
Gabbard was a distance
runner for the Indians and
was also part of the school
record setting 4x800m re
lay team.
Gabbard was part of
the VHS Region Champi
onship team this year and
took second place in the
1,600m run in the Region
meet. He also ran in the
800m and the 3,200m
races, along with being
part of the 4x800m team.
He also ran for the VHS
cross country team.
Gabbard said, “I am
excited to join BPC's track
team. I like how it is a
Christian school, and I am
excited to continue my
running career and see
what is next for me. I have
to thank my family for al
ways supporting me. I also
want to thank all of my
coaches, Coach Godbee,
Coach Palmer, Mr. Sharpe,
Coach Humphrey and ev
eryone else that has helped
me along the way.”
Joe Gabbard, Jace's fa
ther added, “We have been
thankful for the school dis
trict here and the coaches.
It has been a great experi
ence for Jace. It takes a lot
of work to be a runner,
they are out here every day
all year long running miles,
and I couldn't be more
proud of all the work that
he has put in.”
Coach Mandy God-
bee stated, “Jace has been
so much fun to have on the
team. He has been a strong
cross country and distance
runner for us. He has done
everything that we have
asked him, and has such a
great attitude. He has
worked very hard to im
prove and it is great to see
him be part of the team
that set the school record
in the 4x800m.”
Indians Named All-Region
The Vidalia High
School Indians dominated
the 2AA All-Region Base
ball Team, which was re
leased Sunday. The Indians
placed five players on the
First Team, and Landry
Mead was named the Re
gion Player of the Year,
while Caden Spivey was
named Pitcher of the Year.
The Indians Coaching
Staff was also named the
Staff of the Year.
Mead, who was 13-1
on the mound with an
ERA of 1.00, struck out
125 batters while hitting
.387 with 39 RBI's. Mead,
who will play for East
Georgia next year, finished
his career with 244 strike
outs on the mound and a
.363 batting average.
Spivey, a junior, was
7-2 on the year with an
ERA of .898, allowed just
eight earned runs over the
course of 62 plus innings.
He struck out 79 batters
who hit just .167 against
the Notre Dame commit.
Others making the
first team for the Indians
were junior Bryson Whited
(Pitcher), junior Hughes
Graham (Catcher), junior
Ty Dailey (1st Base), soph
omore Walker Moncus
(3rd Base), and senior Mi
chael Blount (Outfield)
Junior Jordan Walden
was named to the Second
team, and Sophomore Ca
son Banks was an Honor
able Mention selection.
Indian Head Coach
Brent Korn, who led the
Indians to their first Re
gion Championship since
2004, said that he was ex
cited his players were rec
ognized for the great sea
son they just completed, "I
am excited about winning
the Region, and we had a
lot of guys that got recog
nized for having a great
season. Winning the Re
gion hadn't been done in
17 years and that was big
for our program this year."
CITY OF UVALDA
PROPOSED BUDGET FOR 2021 -
ALL FUNDS
ANTICIPATED RECEIPTS
Ad Valorem Taxes
30,000.00
Other Taxes
163,000.00
Water System Operations
134,000.00
Other Income
87,000.00
Total Receipts
414,000.00
ANTICIPATED EXPENSES
General Administration
160,000.00
Maintenance Administration
232,000.00
Water/Sewer Payments
22,000.00
Total Expenses
414,000.00
The 2021 proposed budget for the City of Uvalda is available for
public inspection. Copies may be obtained from the City Hall. A
hearing will be held on June 16 at 11:00 a.m. in the City Hall,
located at 205 West Main Street, Uvalda, Ga.
The final budget will
be adopted on June 17, 2021 at 7:00 p.m. in the regular Council
Meeting.
