A86/100
WCWSA (SC4510007) — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 7,099 people · South Carolina
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
SC4510007
Violations
3
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 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: October 1, 2023 – December 31, 2023Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 1 — URGENTResolved
Maximum Contaminant Level Violation
When: September 1, 2023 – September 30, 2023Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: 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 WCWSA (SC4510007)
Is WCWSA (SC4510007) water safe to drink?
WCWSA (SC4510007) water receives a grade of A (86/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 31 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has WCWSA (SC4510007) detected?
31 contaminants were tested in WCWSA (SC4510007)'s water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does WCWSA (SC4510007) have any EPA violations?
Yes, WCWSA (SC4510007) has 3 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include MCL, Other. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does WCWSA (SC4510007) serve?
WCWSA (SC4510007) serves approximately 7,099 people, South Carolina. The system provides water to 1 community: Kingstree.
What type of water does WCWSA (SC4510007) provide?
WCWSA (SC4510007) sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is SC4510007.
How does WCWSA (SC4510007) compare to other utilities in South Carolina?
WCWSA (SC4510007) scores 86/100 with a grade of A (excellent). This places it among the higher-performing utilities in the state. Visit our South Carolina state page for a full comparison of water systems.