Shaw A F B, SC: PFAS Above 2029 MCL Level
EPA data combined for 4 water systems mapped to this ZIP (largest mapped system: Sumter City of (sc4310001))
EPA records for the water systems mapped to 29152 in Shaw A F B, SC contain zero recorded violations for inclusive record years 2021 through 2026. This does not establish that every category was monitored or published, and it does not cover events outside that source window.
Data source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) SDWIS
At a Glance
- Water No drinking-water violations in EPA records since 2021.
- Lead The reported 90th-percentile lead result of 0.0008 mg/L is below the EPA action level for water systems; EPA's health goal for lead is zero.
- PFAS At least one PFAS result is above an EPA MCL value (UCMR5 sampling; MCL compliance required from 2029).
- Radon EPA Zone 3 - county-level radon potential, not evidence of a low home result.
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This report sorts findings for 29152 in Shaw A F B into tiers using its own criteria, covering a water system's 90th-percentile lead result above the EPA action level, unresolved violations on record, PFAS and carbon monoxide risk; in the available data, one finding meets the critical criteria and none meets the high-priority criteria, and the card below links to the section with details.
Score Breakdown
Overall Home Safety Score: Score unavailable
Required evidence is missing. Missing values remain unknown and are not imputed or renormalized.
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Required domains
Coverage: 3 of 4 components and 2 of 3 domains observed.
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Safety & Health (7) HIGH
Your Water System
ZIP code 29152 in Shaw A F B, South Carolina is mapped to the water system Sumter City of (sc4310001) (EPA ID: SC4310001). This system provides water to approximately 53,070 people from groundwater sources.
There are 4 community water systems serving this area.
Water Systems Serving This Area
| System Name | EPA ID | Population | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sumter City of (sc4310001) | SC4310001 | 53,070 | Groundwater |
| Bgwc Oakland Plantation (sc4350006) | SC4350006 | 1,180 | Groundwater |
| Shaw Afb (sc4310501) | SC4310501 | 10,000 | Groundwater |
| Crescent Mhp (sc4360011) | SC4360011 | 259 | Groundwater |
Other Water Quality Reports in South Carolina
- 29001 (Alcolu)
- 29002 (Ballentine)
- 29003 (Bamberg) - 3 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 29006 (Batesburg) - 2 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 29009 (Bethune)
- 29010 (Bishopville)
- 29014 (Blackstock)
- 29015 (Blair) - 8 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 29016 (Blythewood) - 2 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 29018 (Bowman)
- 29020 (Camden)
- 29021 (Camden)
- 29030 (Cameron)
- 29031 (Carlisle)
- 29032 (Cassatt)
- 29033 (Cayce)
- 29036 (Chapin) - 11 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 29037 (Chappells)
- 29038 (Cope)
- 29039 (Cordova)
Nearby Water Quality Reports
- 29150 (Sumter) - <1 mi - 6 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 29153 (Sumter) - 2 mi
- 29151 (Sumter) - 2 mi
- 29154 (Sumter) - 4 mi - 19 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 29104 (Mayesville) - 7 mi
- 29168 (Wedgefield) - 9 mi
- 29040 (Dalzell) - 10 mi - 10 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 29051 (Gable) - 13 mi
- 29125 (Pinewood) - 14 mi - 4 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 29001 (Alcolu) - 14 mi
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Sumter City of (sc4310001) (SC4310001) on EPA.gov.
4 of the top compounds applied across the surrounding county in USGS pesticide-use estimates appear on EPA drinking-water monitoring lists. See the agricultural pesticide-use section.
PFAS Contamination Detected
PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been reported in samples from water systems associated with ZIP code 29152. One or more compound results are above the level of a federal PFAS MCL with compliance required from 2029.
Detected compounds: PFHxS, PFOS, PFOA, PFHxA.
Highest measured level: 0.019 µg/L
Reverse osmosis (RO) and activated carbon block filters can reduce PFAS at the tap. Certifications list the compounds covered: an NSF/ANSI 53 or 58 claim for PFOA/PFOS does not cover every PFAS, so check that the product lists the compounds detected here.
Environmental Hazards (10) MODERATE
Home & Infrastructure (7) OK
Cost & Community (8) HIGH
CPSC product recall notices
These national notices are not matched to this ZIP code or water system.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the tap water in 29152 safe to drink?
EPA SDWIS records 0 violations since 2021 across the water systems mapped to ZIP 29152 (primary system: Sumter City of (sc4310001)), including 0 health-based. The violation table above shows which system each record belongs to. ZipCheckup last updated this page in July 2026. The federal source release date is unavailable, so that month is not presented as source currency.
Where does 29152's water come from?
The recorded water source for Sumter City of (sc4310001), a system mapped to ZIP code 29152, is Groundwater. This system serves approximately 53,070 people.
How can I get my water tested in Shaw A F B?
If Sumter City of (sc4310001) supplies your home, contact it for its Consumer Confidence Report; otherwise contact the water utility that serves your address, or hire a certified lab for independent home water testing. The EPA recommends annual testing if you use a private well.
Is lead a concern in 29152 tap water?
The Lead and Copper Rule record selected for 29152 reports a 90th-percentile lead result of 0.00079 mg/L for a water system mapped to this ZIP (record date 2024-12-31). The EPA action level is 0.015 mg/L. This result is below the EPA action level; it does not show the lead level in each home.
What is the radon risk for 29152?
29152 is mapped to a county in EPA Radon Zone 3 (low county-level radon potential; EPA recommends testing every home), located in Sumter County. EPA radon zones range from Zone 1 (highest county-level potential) to Zone 3 (lowest). Testing your home is recommended regardless of zone.
Are there PFAS (forever chemicals) in 29152's water?
Yes, PFAS have been detected in samples from water systems mapped to 29152. One or more PFAS results are above the level of a federal PFAS MCL with compliance required from 2029. Reverse osmosis and activated carbon filters certified to NSF/ANSI 53 or 58 specifically for PFOA/PFOS reduction can reduce PFAS.
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (2026). Shaw A F B, SC: PFAS Above 2029 MCL Level. https://zipcheckup.com/report/29152/
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Page version: October 2026.
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Water quality comparison for ZIP codes near 29152
| ZIP Code | City, State | Distance | Grade | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29150 | Sumter, SC | <1 mi | N/A | 6 |
| 29153 | Sumter, SC | 2.1 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 29151 | Sumter, SC | 2.4 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 29154 | Sumter, SC | 4.4 mi | N/A | 19 |
| 29104 | Mayesville, SC | 7.4 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 29168 | Wedgefield, SC | 9.1 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 29040 | Dalzell, SC | 9.7 mi | N/A | 10 |
| 29051 | Gable, SC | 12.9 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 29125 | Pinewood, SC | 14.0 mi | N/A | 4 |
| 29001 | Alcolu, SC | 14.1 mi | N/A | 0 |
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