B75/100
ANDREWS TOWN OF (SC2210003) — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 3,450 people · South Carolina
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
SC2210003
Violations
18
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
6
Violations (last 5yr)
5
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
TIER 3Unresolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
TIER 3Unresolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
TIER 3Resolved
Failed to issue ongoing public notification
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 1, 2022 – November 21, 2023Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Unresolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
TIER 3Unresolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
Understanding violation severity
Tier 1Urgent health risk. Utility must notify all customers within 24 hours.Tier 2Important health or treatment issue. Customers notified within 30 days.Tier 3Administrative or monitoring issue. Reported in the annual water quality report.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) · Updated quarterly
Frequently Asked Questions About ANDREWS TOWN OF (SC2210003)
Is ANDREWS TOWN OF (SC2210003) water safe to drink?
ANDREWS TOWN OF (SC2210003) water receives a grade of B (75/100), which is considered good. Out of 31 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has ANDREWS TOWN OF (SC2210003) detected?
31 contaminants were tested in ANDREWS TOWN OF (SC2210003)'s water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does ANDREWS TOWN OF (SC2210003) have any EPA violations?
Yes, ANDREWS TOWN OF (SC2210003) has 18 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include Other, MR, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does ANDREWS TOWN OF (SC2210003) serve?
ANDREWS TOWN OF (SC2210003) serves approximately 3,450 people, South Carolina. The system provides water to 1 community: Andrews.
What type of water does ANDREWS TOWN OF (SC2210003) provide?
ANDREWS TOWN OF (SC2210003) sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is SC2210003.
How does ANDREWS TOWN OF (SC2210003) compare to other utilities in South Carolina?
ANDREWS TOWN OF (SC2210003) scores 75/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our South Carolina state page for a full comparison of water systems.