F0/100
SALUDA CO W&S AUTHORITY (4120001) — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 4,535 people · South Carolina
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
SC4120001
Violations
25
Contaminant Test Results
3 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOS | 0.008 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOA | 0.005 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | < 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: November 1, 2023 – November 30, 2023Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 1 — URGENTUnresolved
Violation related to Nitrate
When: June 1, 2021 – June 30, 2021Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Formal — state order issuedVerify 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 SALUDA CO W&S AUTHORITY (4120001)
Is SALUDA CO W&S AUTHORITY (4120001) water safe to drink?
SALUDA CO W&S AUTHORITY (4120001) water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 2 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 25 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has SALUDA CO W&S AUTHORITY (4120001) detected?
34 contaminants were tested in SALUDA CO W&S AUTHORITY (4120001)'s water. Notable contaminants include PFOS, PFOA, Lead (90th percentile). 2 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 3 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does SALUDA CO W&S AUTHORITY (4120001) have any EPA violations?
Yes, SALUDA CO W&S AUTHORITY (4120001) has 25 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include MON, TT, MCL. 24 are health-based violations.
How many people does SALUDA CO W&S AUTHORITY (4120001) serve?
SALUDA CO W&S AUTHORITY (4120001) serves approximately 4,535 people, South Carolina. The system provides water to 1 community: Saluda.
What type of water does SALUDA CO W&S AUTHORITY (4120001) provide?
SALUDA CO W&S AUTHORITY (4120001) 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 SC4120001.
How does SALUDA CO W&S AUTHORITY (4120001) compare to other utilities in South Carolina?
SALUDA CO W&S AUTHORITY (4120001) scores 0/100 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.