B77/100
FAIRFAX TOWN OF (SC0310004) — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,962 people · South Carolina
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
SC0310004
Violations
16
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
5
Violations (last 5yr)
3
Unresolved
0
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: October 8, 2024 – October 9, 2024Rule: Consumer Confidence RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Unresolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
TIER 3Unresolved
Monitoring / Reporting Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: December 30, 2023Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2022 – August 17, 2022Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
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 FAIRFAX TOWN OF (SC0310004)
Is FAIRFAX TOWN OF (SC0310004) water safe to drink?
FAIRFAX TOWN OF (SC0310004) water receives a grade of B (77/100), which is considered good. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has FAIRFAX TOWN OF (SC0310004) detected?
1 contaminants were tested in FAIRFAX TOWN OF (SC0310004)'s water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does FAIRFAX TOWN OF (SC0310004) have any EPA violations?
Yes, FAIRFAX TOWN OF (SC0310004) has 16 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include MR, Other, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does FAIRFAX TOWN OF (SC0310004) serve?
FAIRFAX TOWN OF (SC0310004) serves approximately 1,962 people, South Carolina.
What type of water does FAIRFAX TOWN OF (SC0310004) provide?
FAIRFAX TOWN OF (SC0310004) sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is SC0310004.
How does FAIRFAX TOWN OF (SC0310004) compare to other utilities in South Carolina?
FAIRFAX TOWN OF (SC0310004) scores 77/100 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.