CITY REPORT SC HEALTH VIOLATIONS: 1

New Ellenton, SC: 1 Health Violation - Home Safety 99/100

1 ZIP code · 2 water systems · Updated

ZipCheckup grade for New Ellenton: A.

Checked records flag no major concern; missing data is unknown.

New Ellenton, SC scores in the upper band of the ZipCheckup grade.

How New Ellenton Compares

New Ellenton99/100
South Carolina avg80/100
National avg73/100

Data: EPA SDWIS

1
ZIP Codes
2
Water Systems
1
ZIPs Linked to Systems with Violations
A · 99
Avg Safety Score
Zone 3
County Radon Potential (Low)
$129K
Median Home Value
$300
Est. Remediation (0.2% of home value)

Key Facts for New Ellenton Residents

  • Your city's water systems recorded 2 violations since 2021.
  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0017 mg/L.
  • Homes built before 1986: 66% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
  • Estimated remediation: $300 per household.
  • Health risk index (ZipCheckup composite of CDC data): 13.54.

New Ellenton's Water Providers

Among 2 systems linked to New Ellenton, SC, the 2 biggest by population served appear below.

Overview

We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in New Ellenton, South Carolina (population ~2,426), covering 2 community water systems serving approximately 8,514 people region-wide. The EPA snapshots used for this build directly map water systems to 1 of 1 ZIP codes.

1 of 1 ZIP code with a reported violation count in the available EPA record (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 1 health-based violation appear in the available health breakdown.

Home Safety Score

Average Home Safety Score for New Ellenton: A (99/100)

Model 4.0.0 uses four measured components across three equally weighted domains. If a required domain is unavailable, no score is published:

Factor What It Measures
Water Quality EPA violations and compliance history
PFAS MCL Screen UCMR 5 testing against the covered federal MCLs
Radon Risk EPA radon zone classification
Annual AQI EPA AirData county-year median with at least 90 observed days

Water Sources

New Ellenton water systems draw from: Groundwater.

Lead & Copper

  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0017 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
  • 0 of 1 ZIP code with known status exceed the EPA lead action level

Radon Risk

1 of 1 ZIP records with known zones is in EPA Radon Zone 3.

The EPA recommends testing all homes regardless of radon zone. County radon zones cannot replace an in-home radon test.

Top Contaminants

Contaminant Category Violations ZIPs Affected
Lead and Copper Rule Revisions Treatment Technique 4 1

Areas with Most Violations

ZIP Code Safety Score Violations Health-Based System
29809 A 2 1 New Ellenton Cpw (sc0210007)

All ZIP Codes in New Ellenton

  • 29809 [A] - 2 violations ⚠

Data Sources

Reporting periods vary by source. Missing data is shown as unavailable, not as zero.

New Ellenton Community Health Snapshot

9.8%
Asthma (US: 9.8%)
13.9%
Diabetes (US: 10.4%)
15.6%
Poor Mental Health (US: 14.8%)

Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). County health indicators are shown for context only and are not linked to this area's water records.

Compared to National Average

Asthma 9.8% ↓
Diabetes 13.9% ↑
Mental Health 15.6% ↑

Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national

What's in New Ellenton's Water?

Lead and Copper Rule Revisions 4 violations
Treatment Technique

Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.

New Ellenton Infrastructure Age

1976
Median Build Year
66%
Built Before 1986
47%
Built Before 1970
Copper
Likely Pipe Material

With 66% of homes built before 1986, lead solder in plumbing is a potential concern. Federal law banned lead solder in drinking-water plumbing in 1986, but many older homes retain original plumbing.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).

Housing Age Profile

By Census estimates, roughly half or more of the homes in New Ellenton were built before 1986; the median build year is 1976.

1976
Median Year Built
66%
Pre-1986 (lead solder era; lead paint banned 1978)
47%
Pre-1970 (Lead Pipes Risk)
Pre-1970 (47%) 1970–1986 (19%) Post-1986 (34%)

Over half of homes in New Ellenton were built before 1986, when federal law began restricting lead solder in drinking-water plumbing. Older plumbing may leach lead into drinking water, especially with corrosive water chemistry.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.

How Remediation Costs Compare in New Ellenton

Measured against the median home value, the estimated cost of fixing the issues flagged for New Ellenton lands in the lowest of the three tiers this page uses.

Median Home Value
$128,700
Est. Remediation
$300
Remediation as % of home value 0.2%

Estimated remediation costs in New Ellenton can be compared with local home values. The $150–$600 estimated range can be set against the median property value; actual costs vary by home. Home values are 38% below the South Carolina average.

New Ellenton: Lead Risk & Vulnerable Populations

66%
Homes Built Before 1986
0.0017
mg/L average of reported water-system 90th-percentile lead results (the 0.015 action level applies to each system's result, not to this average)

Why children are most at risk: The CDC states that no safe blood lead level in children has been identified. Children under 6 absorb lead more readily than adults, and even low levels can cause developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioral problems.

If you have young children or are pregnant, consider testing your home's water - especially if your home was built before 1986.

Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.

Deep Dive Reports

Detailed analysis for New Ellenton, SC

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Home Safety Score mean for New Ellenton, SC?
New Ellenton has an average Home Safety Score of 99/100 (Grade A) under ZipCheckup model 4.0.0, an area-level model that draws on EPA water compliance records, PFAS screening, EPA radon zones, and annual EPA air quality data; see the methodology page for how inputs and coverage are handled. 2 violations appear in EPA records for water systems mapped to these ZIP codes. Check individual ZIP code reports for component details.
How many violations are on record for water systems serving New Ellenton?
EPA records list 2 EPA violations, including 1 health-based violation for New Ellenton water systems. These water-system violations are shown for 1 mapped ZIP code.
Does New Ellenton water have lead?
The average of the reported 90th-percentile lead results across the ZIP codes of New Ellenton is 0.0017 mg/L. The EPA action level of 0.015 mg/L applies to each water system's own 90th percentile, not to this average. EPA's health goal for lead is zero. Lead levels can vary by home - testing is recommended especially in older properties.
How does New Ellenton compare to South Carolina average?
New Ellenton has an average Home Safety Score of 99/100, which is at or above the South Carolina state average of 80/100 for the same model series.
How many water systems serve New Ellenton?
Our records map 2 water systems to 1 ZIP code in New Ellenton. The related population figure in our data is approximately 2,426 people; it is not a count of people served citywide.
How much does it cost to fix water issues in New Ellenton?
Estimated remediation cost per household in New Ellenton: $300; modeled range $150 to $600. Estimated costs may include filtration, pipe replacement, radon mitigation, or flood protection where applicable.
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