B66/100
HIGH HILLS RURAL WATER CO INC (4320003) — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 12,545 people · South Carolina
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
SC4320003
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
7
Violations (last 5yr)
6
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: August 13, 2025 – August 28, 2025Rule: Consumer Confidence RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Unresolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
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, 2022Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Unresolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
TIER 3Unresolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
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 HIGH HILLS RURAL WATER CO INC (4320003)
Is HIGH HILLS RURAL WATER CO INC (4320003) water safe to drink?
HIGH HILLS RURAL WATER CO INC (4320003) water receives a grade of B (66/100), which is considered good. Out of 66 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has HIGH HILLS RURAL WATER CO INC (4320003) detected?
66 contaminants were tested in HIGH HILLS RURAL WATER CO INC (4320003)'s water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does HIGH HILLS RURAL WATER CO INC (4320003) have any EPA violations?
Yes, HIGH HILLS RURAL WATER CO INC (4320003) 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 HIGH HILLS RURAL WATER CO INC (4320003) serve?
HIGH HILLS RURAL WATER CO INC (4320003) serves approximately 12,545 people, South Carolina. The system provides water to 1 community: Dalzell.
What type of water does HIGH HILLS RURAL WATER CO INC (4320003) provide?
HIGH HILLS RURAL WATER CO INC (4320003) sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is SC4320003.
How does HIGH HILLS RURAL WATER CO INC (4320003) compare to other utilities in South Carolina?
HIGH HILLS RURAL WATER CO INC (4320003) 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.