C42/100
BUCKSPORT WATER COMPANY (SC2620003) — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 17,123 people · South Carolina
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
SC2620003
Violations
11
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
2
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
2
Health-Related
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: April 1, 2023 – June 30, 2023Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: July 1, 2021 – September 30, 2021Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issued
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 BUCKSPORT WATER COMPANY (SC2620003)
Is BUCKSPORT WATER COMPANY (SC2620003) water safe to drink?
BUCKSPORT WATER COMPANY (SC2620003) water receives a grade of C (42/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 11 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has BUCKSPORT WATER COMPANY (SC2620003) detected?
66 contaminants were tested in BUCKSPORT WATER COMPANY (SC2620003)'s water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does BUCKSPORT WATER COMPANY (SC2620003) have any EPA violations?
Yes, BUCKSPORT WATER COMPANY (SC2620003) has 11 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include MCL. 11 are health-based violations.
How many people does BUCKSPORT WATER COMPANY (SC2620003) serve?
BUCKSPORT WATER COMPANY (SC2620003) serves approximately 17,123 people, South Carolina. The system provides water to 1 community: Conway.
What type of water does BUCKSPORT WATER COMPANY (SC2620003) provide?
BUCKSPORT WATER COMPANY (SC2620003) sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is SC2620003.
How does BUCKSPORT WATER COMPANY (SC2620003) compare to other utilities in South Carolina?
BUCKSPORT WATER COMPANY (SC2620003) scores 42/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our South Carolina state page for a full comparison of water systems.