Fulton County, Georgia – Fulton County residents who rely on the North Fulton water system can now review the county’s latest look at what happens before drinking water reaches their homes.
The Department of Public Works has released the 2026 Consumer Confidence Report, an annual document that explains the quality of the county’s drinking water and the work behind keeping it safe and reliable. The report became available to the public on June 10 and follows the path of water from its source in the river through treatment and finally to household taps.
“The goal of this report is to answer any questions residents may have about the quality of our drinking water,” said Fulton County Director of Public Works David Clark.
“In Fulton County, the resilience and integrity of our drinking water is a top priority. We have a dedicated team of professionals who are committed to delivering some of the best water in the state.”
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The report is aimed at giving residents a clearer view of the system that operates largely out of sight. Clean drinking water depends on more than turning on a faucet. In Fulton County, it involves regular sampling, line flushing, treatment checks, and constant maintenance by a Public Works team of more than 250 professionals.
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Those workers monitor water quality throughout the treatment process, checking each step to help make sure water moves safely and dependably from “river to tap.” The North Fulton water system serves residents in Alpharetta, Johns Creek, Milton, and Roswell. Water for those communities is processed at the Tom Lowe Atlanta-Fulton County Water Treatment Plant, which county officials describe as award-winning.
This year’s report covers several key areas, including protecting water resources, how clean drinking water is provided, lead and copper checks, Fulton County’s service line inventory, drought conditions, and water conservation.
The document is intended not only to share test results, but also to help residents better understand how the county manages drinking water quality over time. By outlining both the daily work and long-term responsibilities tied to the system, Public Works is presenting the report as a public resource for households across North Fulton.
Residents can review the report online through Fulton County’s Consumer Confidence Report page. Those who want a printed copy may also request one from the Department of Public Works by calling 404-612-7400.
