B71/100
ORANGEBURG DPU (SC3810001) — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 46,896 people · South Carolina
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
SC3810001
Violations
14
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
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2014.
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 ORANGEBURG DPU (SC3810001)
Is ORANGEBURG DPU (SC3810001) water safe to drink?
ORANGEBURG DPU (SC3810001) water receives a grade of B (71/100), which is considered good. Out of 69 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has ORANGEBURG DPU (SC3810001) detected?
69 contaminants were tested in ORANGEBURG DPU (SC3810001)'s water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does ORANGEBURG DPU (SC3810001) have any EPA violations?
Yes, ORANGEBURG DPU (SC3810001) has 14 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2014. Violation types include MCL, MR. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does ORANGEBURG DPU (SC3810001) serve?
ORANGEBURG DPU (SC3810001) serves approximately 46,896 people, South Carolina. The system provides water to 1 community: Orangeburg.
What type of water does ORANGEBURG DPU (SC3810001) provide?
ORANGEBURG DPU (SC3810001) 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 SC3810001.
How does ORANGEBURG DPU (SC3810001) compare to other utilities in South Carolina?
ORANGEBURG DPU (SC3810001) scores 71/100 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.