D39/100
SWANSEA TOWN OF (SC3210006) — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,923 people · South Carolina
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
SC3210006
Violations
22
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.013 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
TIER 3Resolved
Failed to issue ongoing public notification
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 1, 2022 – October 20, 2023Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
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 SWANSEA TOWN OF (SC3210006)
Is SWANSEA TOWN OF (SC3210006) water safe to drink?
SWANSEA TOWN OF (SC3210006) water receives a grade of D (39/100), which is considered poor. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 22 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has SWANSEA TOWN OF (SC3210006) detected?
1 contaminants were tested in SWANSEA TOWN OF (SC3210006)'s water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does SWANSEA TOWN OF (SC3210006) have any EPA violations?
Yes, SWANSEA TOWN OF (SC3210006) has 22 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include Other, MR, TT. 9 are health-based violations.
How many people does SWANSEA TOWN OF (SC3210006) serve?
SWANSEA TOWN OF (SC3210006) serves approximately 1,923 people, South Carolina. The system provides water to 1 community: Swansea.
What type of water does SWANSEA TOWN OF (SC3210006) provide?
SWANSEA TOWN OF (SC3210006) 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 SC3210006.
How does SWANSEA TOWN OF (SC3210006) compare to other utilities in South Carolina?
SWANSEA TOWN OF (SC3210006) scores 39/100 with a grade of D (poor). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our South Carolina state page for a full comparison of water systems.