A80/100
BCWSA EAST COOPER (SC0820009) — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 12,933 people · South Carolina
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
SC0820009
Violations
1
Contaminant Test Results
3 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOS | 0.007 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOA | 0.006 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | < 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2010.
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 BCWSA EAST COOPER (SC0820009)
Is BCWSA EAST COOPER (SC0820009) water safe to drink?
BCWSA EAST COOPER (SC0820009) water receives a grade of A (80/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 54 contaminants tested, 2 exceed EPA legal limits. 3 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has BCWSA EAST COOPER (SC0820009) detected?
54 contaminants were tested in BCWSA EAST COOPER (SC0820009)'s water. Notable contaminants include PFOS, PFOA, Lead (90th percentile). 2 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 3 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does BCWSA EAST COOPER (SC0820009) have any EPA violations?
Yes, BCWSA EAST COOPER (SC0820009) has 1 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2010. Violation types include MR.
How many people does BCWSA EAST COOPER (SC0820009) serve?
BCWSA EAST COOPER (SC0820009) serves approximately 12,933 people, South Carolina. The system provides water to 1 community: Moncks Corner.
What type of water does BCWSA EAST COOPER (SC0820009) provide?
BCWSA EAST COOPER (SC0820009) sources its water from purchased surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is SC0820009.
How does BCWSA EAST COOPER (SC0820009) compare to other utilities in South Carolina?
BCWSA EAST COOPER (SC0820009) scores 80/100 with a grade of A (excellent). This places it among the higher-performing utilities in the state. Visit our South Carolina state page for a full comparison of water systems.