D38/100
HEMINGWAY TOWN OF (SC4510004) — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 3,191 people · South Carolina
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
SC4510004
Violations
15
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: October 1, 2022 – December 31, 2022Rule: 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 HEMINGWAY TOWN OF (SC4510004)
Is HEMINGWAY TOWN OF (SC4510004) water safe to drink?
HEMINGWAY TOWN OF (SC4510004) water receives a grade of D (38/100), which is considered poor. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 15 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has HEMINGWAY TOWN OF (SC4510004) detected?
31 contaminants were tested in HEMINGWAY TOWN OF (SC4510004)'s water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does HEMINGWAY TOWN OF (SC4510004) have any EPA violations?
Yes, HEMINGWAY TOWN OF (SC4510004) has 15 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include MCL, MR. 11 are health-based violations.
How many people does HEMINGWAY TOWN OF (SC4510004) serve?
HEMINGWAY TOWN OF (SC4510004) serves approximately 3,191 people, South Carolina. The system provides water to 1 community: Hemingway.
What type of water does HEMINGWAY TOWN OF (SC4510004) provide?
HEMINGWAY TOWN OF (SC4510004) sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is SC4510004.
How does HEMINGWAY TOWN OF (SC4510004) compare to other utilities in South Carolina?
HEMINGWAY TOWN OF (SC4510004) scores 38/100 with a grade of D (poor). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our South Carolina state page for a full comparison of water systems.