B70/100
DENMARK TOWN OF (SC0510002) — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 3,500 people · South Carolina
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
SC0510002
Violations
11
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Failed to conduct Level 1 Assessment
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: August 2, 2024 – August 4, 2024Rule: Consumer Confidence RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 1 — URGENTUnresolved
Maximum Contaminant Level Violation
When: December 1, 2023 – December 31, 2023Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Formal — state order issuedVerify on EPA.gov
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 DENMARK TOWN OF (SC0510002)
Is DENMARK TOWN OF (SC0510002) water safe to drink?
DENMARK TOWN OF (SC0510002) water receives a grade of B (70/100), 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 DENMARK TOWN OF (SC0510002) detected?
31 contaminants were tested in DENMARK TOWN OF (SC0510002)'s water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does DENMARK TOWN OF (SC0510002) have any EPA violations?
Yes, DENMARK TOWN OF (SC0510002) has 11 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include MR, MCL. 4 are health-based violations.
How many people does DENMARK TOWN OF (SC0510002) serve?
DENMARK TOWN OF (SC0510002) serves approximately 3,500 people, South Carolina.
What type of water does DENMARK TOWN OF (SC0510002) provide?
DENMARK TOWN OF (SC0510002) sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is SC0510002.
How does DENMARK TOWN OF (SC0510002) compare to other utilities in South Carolina?
DENMARK TOWN OF (SC0510002) scores 70/100 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.