Lithia Springs is an unincorporated community, a former city that gave up its charter in 2000, sitting about 1,043 feet up along the Cobb County line. Visitors once came for the spring water and the 300-room Sweet Water Hotel that opened in 1887; today the area is mostly homes and apartments next to Sweetwater Creek State Park.
Fire & Water Energy does not do restoration work. We are a referral service: dial (866) 937-3230 and we will look for an independent restoration contractor that covers Lithia Springs, which then handles its own inspection, estimate and scheduling. Our process page and referral disclosure describe the arrangement plainly.
Sweetwater Creek and Douglas County weather history
Sweetwater Creek, a tributary of the Chattahoochee River, flows through the eastern part of the community and along the state park on its southern edge. In September 2009 the creek reached its highest level on record, and the USGS measured a peak flow of 28,000 cubic feet per second. Floodwater from the creek and the Chattahoochee shut Interstate 20 west of Atlanta for two days, and nearby Woodrow Wilson Park, a spot known for flooding, went under water.
Tropical systems reach this far inland as well. The remnants of Hurricane Dennis damaged the bridge over George Sparks Reservoir in 2005. FEMA declarations including Douglas County since 2000 also list a severe winter storm (2000), storms with tornadoes (2008), more flooding (2016), Hurricane Irma (2017) and Tropical Storm Zeta (2021).
Indoor leaks, frozen lines and water damage repair
Not every wet floor comes from the creek. Apartment buildings see leaks that start in one unit and travel down to the next, while houses deal with failed water heaters, dishwasher connections and roof leaks after wind storms. Winter storms like the one in 2000 can freeze pipes that run through unheated spaces.
A sound water damage restoration job in Lithia Springs follows a set order: find and stop the leak, extract water, map moisture with meters, dry with air movers and dehumidifiers, then do the water damage repair. Our pages on water extraction and structural drying go into more depth.
Federal disaster declarations that included Douglas County
FEMA records show Douglas County was included in 6 major disaster declarations for weather or fire events from 2000 through 2026 (4 severe storm, 2 hurricane, by FEMA incident type). Declarations are made at the county level, so they do not mean every neighborhood in Lithia Springs was affected. The most recent:
- 2021 – Tropical Storm Zeta (DR-4579)
- 2017 – Hurricane Irma (DR-4338)
- 2016 – Severe Storms and Flooding (DR-4259)
- 2009 – Severe Storms and Flooding (DR-1858)
- 2008 – Severe Storms and Tornadoes (DR-1761)
- 2000 – Severe Winter Storm (DR-1311)
Source: OpenFEMA Disaster Declarations Summaries, retrieved 2026-10-10. Counts include major disaster (DR) declarations with hurricane, flood, severe storm, tropical storm, fire, tornado, coastal storm, winter or ice storm, mudslide and dam/levee incident types.
Water, fire or storm damage in Lithia Springs?
Call (866) 937-3230 and tell us what happened at your Lithia Springs property.
Smoke residue and fire cleanup in homes and apartments
Smoke moves through attics, hallways and shared ventilation, so a small kitchen fire in one apartment can leave soot and odor in several. Residue is acidic and can stain or etch surfaces if it sits for long.
Restoration contractors commonly start with a walk-through to separate what can be cleaned from what must be replaced, then clean soot, deodorize and seal before repainting. Read about fire damage restoration and soot removal to know what to ask.
When creek water or storm runoff gets inside
Floodwater carries sewage, fuel and debris, which puts it in the most contaminated category. Drywall, insulation and carpet it reaches usually have to come out, and the framing behind them needs cleaning and drying before anything is closed back up.
Never drive or walk through moving water; most deaths in the 2009 Georgia floods happened in vehicles. Once the area is safe, a flood damage restoration contractor can document conditions, remove damaged materials and dry the structure.
Stopping mold before it spreads
In a humid Georgia summer, wet drywall and carpet can grow mold within one to two days. Signs include a musty smell, spotting near baseboards and peeling paint.
The EPA considers a patch under roughly 10 square feet something most homeowners can tackle with proper protection; anything larger, hidden in walls or caused by floodwater is a job for a professional. Ask any mold removal company how it will contain the area and fix the moisture source.
Practical safety steps for Lithia Springs
- Call 911 for fire, injuries, gas odor, downed power lines or anyone trapped by water.
- Shut off electricity to wet areas only if you can reach the panel without standing in water.
- Renters should notify the landlord or property manager in writing right away.
- Photograph damage, keep damaged items until your adjuster says otherwise, and save receipts.
- Ask your insurance agent what your policy covers; standard homeowners policies often exclude flood, so check whether you carry separate flood coverage.
Confirm whether Georgia or Douglas County requires a license for the work before signing anything. Other communities appear on our Georgia service areas page.
Neighborhoods and nearby communities
Nearby communities with their own pages (straight-line distance from Lithia Springs):
Lithia Springs restoration FAQs
Is my home near Sweetwater Creek at higher flood risk?
Property close to the creek or in low areas such as around Woodrow Wilson Park has flooded before, including in 2009. Check FEMA flood maps for your address and talk with your insurer about flood coverage, which usually needs a separate policy.
Lithia Springs is not a city anymore. Who handles local services?
Since disincorporation in 2000, Lithia Springs is an unincorporated part of Douglas County, so county departments handle services such as emergency management and permits. Check the county's website for alerts and permit rules.
Water came through my apartment ceiling from the unit above. What should I do?
Move belongings away, photograph everything and notify the property manager immediately. The building owner normally handles structural drying, while your renters policy may cover personal property depending on its terms.
Can you connect me with a restoration company near Lithia Springs?
Call (866) 937-3230. We will try to match you with an independent contractor covering the area; availability varies, and the contractor provides its own estimate.
Restoration guides
- Flood Damage Restoration
- Water Extraction
- Structural Drying
- Fire Damage Restoration
- Soot Removal
- Mold Removal