F12/100
MCCORMICK CO W&SA (SC3520002) — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 8,500 people · South Carolina
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
SC3520002
Violations
24
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOS | 0.009 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
EPA Violation History
5
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
5
Health-Related
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: January 1, 2023 – March 31, 2023Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issued
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, 2022 – September 30, 2022Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: April 1, 2022 – June 30, 2022Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: January 1, 2022 – March 31, 2022Rule: 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 MCCORMICK CO W&SA (SC3520002)
Is MCCORMICK CO W&SA (SC3520002) water safe to drink?
MCCORMICK CO W&SA (SC3520002) water receives a grade of F (12/100), which is considered failing. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 24 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has MCCORMICK CO W&SA (SC3520002) detected?
31 contaminants were tested in MCCORMICK CO W&SA (SC3520002)'s water. Notable contaminants include PFOS. 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does MCCORMICK CO W&SA (SC3520002) have any EPA violations?
Yes, MCCORMICK CO W&SA (SC3520002) has 24 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include MCL, MR, Other. 14 are health-based violations.
How many people does MCCORMICK CO W&SA (SC3520002) serve?
MCCORMICK CO W&SA (SC3520002) serves approximately 8,500 people, South Carolina. The system provides water to 1 community: Mccormick.
What type of water does MCCORMICK CO W&SA (SC3520002) provide?
MCCORMICK CO W&SA (SC3520002) sources its water from purchased surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is SC3520002.
How does MCCORMICK CO W&SA (SC3520002) compare to other utilities in South Carolina?
MCCORMICK CO W&SA (SC3520002) scores 12/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our South Carolina state page for a full comparison of water systems.