Water

The City of Toccoa offers a full range of services for drinking water, wastewater treatment and stormwater control. The Water Department provides safe drinking water, water for fire protection, and an adequate supply of water for our essential daily needs 24 hours a day seven days a week. This system, operated by some 30 dedicated individuals, provides water for Toccoa, Stephens County and beyond.

The City of Toccoa adheres to stringent State and Federal distribution guidelines, such as the Safe Drinking Water Act originally passed by Congress in 1974. This act was established to set national health-based standards for drinking water to protect against both naturally occurring and man-made contaminates that may be found in drinking water. The United States Environmental Protection Agency along with State Agencies and Water Systems work together to make sure these standards are met.

Our main source of water is Lake Toccoa, located on Highway 17 Alternate approximately 2.5 miles north of the City. The lake is supplemented by pumping water from Davidson Creek and Lake Yonah. As you will see, the report shows that our drinking water is safe and actually meets or exceeds all federal and state requirements.

City of Toccoa Water Department Mission Statement:
To provide safe, potable water and services to the citizens of Toccoa and Stephens County.

To preserve the public health by the protection of quality and quantity of water available through state and federal laws, sound management practices and operating procedures.

To keep the public well informed and to maintain the development and training of employees.