F0/100
SHAW AFB (SC4310501) — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 5,125 people · South Carolina
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
SC4310501
Violations
54
Contaminant Test Results
5 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 2.90 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
PFHxS | 0.019 µg/L | 0.010 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOS | 0.006 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
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2010.
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 SHAW AFB (SC4310501)
Is SHAW AFB (SC4310501) water safe to drink?
SHAW AFB (SC4310501) water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 4 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 54 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has SHAW AFB (SC4310501) detected?
32 contaminants were tested in SHAW AFB (SC4310501)'s water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), PFHxS, PFOS, PFOA, Lead (90th percentile). 4 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 5 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does SHAW AFB (SC4310501) have any EPA violations?
Yes, SHAW AFB (SC4310501) has 54 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2010. Violation types include MR, MCL, TT. 4 are health-based violations.
How many people does SHAW AFB (SC4310501) serve?
SHAW AFB (SC4310501) serves approximately 5,125 people, South Carolina.
What type of water does SHAW AFB (SC4310501) provide?
SHAW AFB (SC4310501) sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is SC4310501.
How does SHAW AFB (SC4310501) compare to other utilities in South Carolina?
SHAW AFB (SC4310501) 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.