B79/100
WATER OAK UTILITY CO (SC0750002) — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,318 people · South Carolina
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
SC0750002
Violations
10
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
2
Health-Related
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: January 1, 2024 – March 31, 2024Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 2Resolved
Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)
When: October 1, 2023 – December 31, 2023Rule: 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 WATER OAK UTILITY CO (SC0750002)
Is WATER OAK UTILITY CO (SC0750002) water safe to drink?
WATER OAK UTILITY CO (SC0750002) water receives a grade of B (79/100), which is considered good. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has WATER OAK UTILITY CO (SC0750002) detected?
1 contaminants were tested in WATER OAK UTILITY CO (SC0750002)'s water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does WATER OAK UTILITY CO (SC0750002) have any EPA violations?
Yes, WATER OAK UTILITY CO (SC0750002) has 10 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include MCL, MR. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does WATER OAK UTILITY CO (SC0750002) serve?
WATER OAK UTILITY CO (SC0750002) serves approximately 2,318 people, South Carolina. The system provides water to 1 community: Hilton Head Island.
What type of water does WATER OAK UTILITY CO (SC0750002) provide?
WATER OAK UTILITY CO (SC0750002) 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 SC0750002.
How does WATER OAK UTILITY CO (SC0750002) compare to other utilities in South Carolina?
WATER OAK UTILITY CO (SC0750002) scores 79/100 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.