B66/100
EDISTO BEACH TOWN OF (SC1510006) — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 5,848 people · South Carolina
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
SC1510006
Violations
15
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)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: June 1, 2025 – June 30, 2025Rule: Stage 1 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2022 – July 28, 2022Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
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 EDISTO BEACH TOWN OF (SC1510006)
Is EDISTO BEACH TOWN OF (SC1510006) water safe to drink?
EDISTO BEACH TOWN OF (SC1510006) water receives a grade of B (66/100), 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 EDISTO BEACH TOWN OF (SC1510006) detected?
31 contaminants were tested in EDISTO BEACH TOWN OF (SC1510006)'s water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does EDISTO BEACH TOWN OF (SC1510006) have any EPA violations?
Yes, EDISTO BEACH TOWN OF (SC1510006) has 15 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include MR, Other, MCL. 4 are health-based violations.
How many people does EDISTO BEACH TOWN OF (SC1510006) serve?
EDISTO BEACH TOWN OF (SC1510006) serves approximately 5,848 people, South Carolina. The system provides water to 1 community: Edisto Beach.
What type of water does EDISTO BEACH TOWN OF (SC1510006) provide?
EDISTO BEACH TOWN OF (SC1510006) sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is SC1510006.
How does EDISTO BEACH TOWN OF (SC1510006) compare to other utilities in South Carolina?
EDISTO BEACH TOWN OF (SC1510006) scores 66/100 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.