C59/100
GCWSD WACCAMAW NECK (SC2220010) — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 37,790 people · South Carolina
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
SC2220010
Violations
11
Contaminant Test Results
4 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOS | 0.006 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOA | 0.005 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
1,4-dioxane | 0.550 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.007 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
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: July 1, 2022 – September 30, 2022Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify 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 GCWSD WACCAMAW NECK (SC2220010)
Is GCWSD WACCAMAW NECK (SC2220010) water safe to drink?
GCWSD WACCAMAW NECK (SC2220010) water receives a grade of C (59/100), which is considered fair. 2 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 GCWSD WACCAMAW NECK (SC2220010) detected?
69 contaminants were tested in GCWSD WACCAMAW NECK (SC2220010)'s water. Notable contaminants include PFOS, PFOA, Lead (90th percentile), 1,4-dioxane. 2 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 4 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does GCWSD WACCAMAW NECK (SC2220010) have any EPA violations?
Yes, GCWSD WACCAMAW NECK (SC2220010) has 11 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include MR, MCL. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does GCWSD WACCAMAW NECK (SC2220010) serve?
GCWSD WACCAMAW NECK (SC2220010) serves approximately 37,790 people, South Carolina. The system provides water to 1 community: Pawleys Island.
What type of water does GCWSD WACCAMAW NECK (SC2220010) provide?
GCWSD WACCAMAW NECK (SC2220010) sources its water from surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is SC2220010.
How does GCWSD WACCAMAW NECK (SC2220010) compare to other utilities in South Carolina?
GCWSD WACCAMAW NECK (SC2220010) scores 59/100 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.