Ruffin, SC Water Safety: 66/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated 2026-07-19
ZipCheckup grade for Ruffin: C.
A mixed picture - some signals here are worth your attention.
Compliance figures for Ruffin indicate average water quality in SC overall - some service areas have recorded health-based violations in recent monitoring cycles, while others operate cleanly, making system-level data the most actionable reference point for residents.
How Ruffin Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-07-19
Ruffin Water: The Quick Version
- Homes built before 1986: 41% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- CDC health risk index: 15.77 - above typical levels.
Water Systems Serving Ruffin
Ruffin, SC draws its water from one primary utility across 1 tracked system.
- C
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Ruffin, South Carolina, covering 1 community water system serving approximately 2,676 people.
No EPA violations are recorded for the tracked water systems in Ruffin as of the latest reporting period.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Ruffin: C (66/100)
The score combines three factors:
| Factor | What It Measures |
|---|---|
| Water Quality | EPA violations and compliance history |
| Lead Levels | 90th percentile lead concentration vs EPA action level |
| Radon Risk | EPA radon zone classification |
Water Sources
Ruffin water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Ruffin
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 3 (Low Risk)
Areas with No Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | System | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29475 | C | WILLIAMS TOWN OF (SC1510003) | 103 |
All ZIP Codes in Ruffin
- 29475 [C]
Data Sources
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- Lead/copper: EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data
- Radon: EPA Map of Radon Zones
Updated daily.
CDC Health Data for Ruffin
Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). Water contamination can correlate with respiratory and chronic health conditions.
Compared to National Average
Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national
How Old Is Ruffin's Housing Stock?
With 41% of homes built before 1986, lead solder in plumbing is a potential concern. The EPA banned lead solder in 1986, but many older homes retain original plumbing.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).
Housing Age Profile
Prohibited from residential plumbing since 1986, lead solder divides Ruffin's housing stock along a timeline that the median build year of 1997 straddles. A meaningful share of homes predates the ban - a configuration that places moderate aggregate pressure on plumbing-related lead risk, distributed unevenly across neighborhoods.
Most homes in Ruffin were built after 1986, reducing the risk of lead contamination from plumbing. Older homes should still be tested.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.
Protecting Children from Lead in Ruffin
Why children are most at risk: The CDC states there is no safe level of lead exposure for children. Children under 6 absorb lead more readily than adults, and even low levels can cause developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioral problems.
Before the federal solder ban, lead solder was a routine plumbing material, and 41% of the Ruffin inventory was built in that earlier era - a share large enough to move household-level reads onto the standard list.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
What You Can Do in Ruffin
- Test your water at home. City-level data shows averages - your tap may differ. NSF-certified test kits cost $20-40 and give results in days.
- Install a certified water filter. An NSF-certified pitcher or under-sink filter removes most common contaminants.
- Check your home's plumbing. With 41% of homes built before 1986, lead solder is a real possibility.
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