D37/100
YORK COUNTY EAST WD (SC4620002) — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 30,225 people · South Carolina
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
SC4620002
Violations
24
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
5
Violations (last 5yr)
2
Unresolved
2
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 1 — URGENTResolved
Maximum Contaminant Level Violation
When: October 1, 2023 – October 31, 2023Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: August 1, 2023 – August 31, 2023Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2022 – August 19, 2022Enforcement: 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 YORK COUNTY EAST WD (SC4620002)
Is YORK COUNTY EAST WD (SC4620002) water safe to drink?
YORK COUNTY EAST WD (SC4620002) water receives a grade of D (37/100), which is considered poor. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 24 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has YORK COUNTY EAST WD (SC4620002) detected?
69 contaminants were tested in YORK COUNTY EAST WD (SC4620002)'s water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does YORK COUNTY EAST WD (SC4620002) have any EPA violations?
Yes, YORK COUNTY EAST WD (SC4620002) has 24 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include RPT, TT, MCL. 9 are health-based violations.
How many people does YORK COUNTY EAST WD (SC4620002) serve?
YORK COUNTY EAST WD (SC4620002) serves approximately 30,225 people, South Carolina. The system provides water to 1 community: York.
What type of water does YORK COUNTY EAST WD (SC4620002) provide?
YORK COUNTY EAST WD (SC4620002) 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 SC4620002.
How does YORK COUNTY EAST WD (SC4620002) compare to other utilities in South Carolina?
YORK COUNTY EAST WD (SC4620002) scores 37/100 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.