F13/100
SALUDA CPW (SC4110001) — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 3,390 people · South Carolina
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
SC4110001
Violations
16
Contaminant Test Results
4 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
HFPO-DA | 0.039 µg/L | 0.010 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOS | 0.010 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOA | 0.006 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | < 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
5
Violations (last 5yr)
3
Unresolved
3
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Reporting violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 17, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 2Unresolved
Treatment technique violation
When: October 17, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Unresolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
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 SALUDA CPW (SC4110001)
Is SALUDA CPW (SC4110001) water safe to drink?
SALUDA CPW (SC4110001) water receives a grade of F (13/100), which is considered failing. 3 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 16 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has SALUDA CPW (SC4110001) detected?
31 contaminants were tested in SALUDA CPW (SC4110001)'s water. Notable contaminants include HFPO-DA, PFOS, PFOA, Lead (90th percentile). 3 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 4 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does SALUDA CPW (SC4110001) have any EPA violations?
Yes, SALUDA CPW (SC4110001) has 16 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include RPT, TT, Other. 11 are health-based violations.
How many people does SALUDA CPW (SC4110001) serve?
SALUDA CPW (SC4110001) serves approximately 3,390 people, South Carolina. The system provides water to 1 community: Saluda.
What type of water does SALUDA CPW (SC4110001) provide?
SALUDA CPW (SC4110001) 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 SC4110001.
How does SALUDA CPW (SC4110001) compare to other utilities in South Carolina?
SALUDA CPW (SC4110001) scores 13/100 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.