Water Quality Report

Scranton, SC (29591): 1 Violation Recorded for Mapped Water Systems

EPA data combined for 4 water systems mapped to this ZIP (largest mapped system: Scranton Town of (sc2110009))

PFAS Detected

EPA records for the water systems mapped to 29591 in Scranton, SC contain 1 recorded violations for inclusive record years 2021 through 2026, all mapped systems combined; 0 are marked health-based.

Data source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) SDWIS

Based on EPA Drinking Water FEMA Flood Data U.S. Census CDC Energy Information Admin. USGS Water Data & 9 more federal sources
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Safety Score N/A
Water Quality PFAS above MCL 1 non-health-based violation record in EPA data
Lead Risk Below action level 0.0003 mg/L, 90th percentile, sample period ending 2024-12-31
NFIP Claim History Claim records 22 claims
Data confidence: High (direct measurement) Medium (sampled / sub-geography) Low (modeled / inferred) Methodology →

At a Glance

  • Water EPA records for water systems mapped to this ZIP show 1 violation (non-health) (since 2021).
  • Lead The reported 90th-percentile lead result of 0.0003 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.
  • Flood 22 cumulative NFIP claim records. Check the current FEMA map for a specific address.
Contaminant Summary
Violations on record (not health-based)
1 violation PFAS detected
Report data assembled: Jul 27, 2026 EPA water-system identity: source date or period is not present in ZipCheckup's accepted source record EPA violation history: more than two update cycles old Lead, copper and UCMR measurements: source date or period is not present in ZipCheckup's accepted source record Consumer Confidence Report: source date or period is not present in ZipCheckup's accepted source record
4
Water Systems
1,133
People Served
0
Health Violations (since 2021)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.00025 mg/L
Reported Lead ResultBelow the national median of system results
Zone 3
County Radon Potential · Low
$59K
Median Home Value65% below state median ($167K)

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Score Breakdown

Overall Home Safety Score: Score unavailable

Required evidence is missing. Missing values remain unknown and are not imputed or renormalized.

Canonical components

EPA water compliance
98/100
Observed
PFAS MCL screen
Unknown
Evidence missing
EPA radon zone
100/100
Observed
Annual EPA AirData AQI
100/100
Observed

Required domains

Drinking water
Unknown
Indoor environment
100/100
Outdoor environment
100/100

Coverage: 3 of 4 components and 2 of 3 domains observed.

Model 4.0.0; series home-safety-v4-cross-vertical.

Safety & Health (8) HIGH

Your Water System

ZIP code 29591 in Scranton, South Carolina is mapped to the water system Scranton Town of (sc2110009) (EPA ID: SC2110009). This system provides water to approximately 1,133 people from groundwater sources.

There are 4 community water systems serving this area.

Water Systems Serving This Area

System Name EPA ID Population Source
Scranton Town of (sc2110009) SC2110009 1,133 Groundwater
Olanta Town of (sc2110006) SC2110006 801 Groundwater
Pamplico Town of (sc2110010) SC2110010 1,734 Groundwater
Florence City of (sc2110001) SC2110001 79,745 Surface water

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Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Scranton Town of (sc2110009) (SC2110009) on EPA.gov.

3 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.

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PFAS Contamination Detected

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been reported in samples from water systems associated with ZIP code 29591. One or more compound results are above the level of a federal PFAS MCL with compliance required from 2029.

Detected compounds: PFOS, PFOA, PFPeA, PFHxA, PFBS.

Highest measured level: 0.0067 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.

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Environmental Hazards (11) MODERATE
Home & Infrastructure (6) MODERATE
Cost & Community (9) HIGH

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Home & Flood Insurance

The ZIP code for this report in Scranton has 22 FEMA flood claims on record. Standard homeowner policies don't cover flood damage - make sure you're protected.

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Gutter Installation & Repair

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Typical cost: Gutter installation: typically $1,000–$2,500 for a standard home

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Typical cost: Roof inspection: typically $75–$300; repairs $300–$1,500

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the tap water in 29591 safe to drink?

EPA SDWIS records 1 violation since 2021 across the water systems mapped to ZIP 29591 (primary system: Scranton Town of (sc2110009)), 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 29591's water come from?

The recorded water source for Scranton Town of (sc2110009), a system mapped to ZIP code 29591, is Groundwater. This system serves approximately 1,133 people.

How can I get my water tested in Scranton?

If Scranton Town of (sc2110009) 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 29591 tap water?

The Lead and Copper Rule record selected for 29591 reports a 90th-percentile lead result of 0.00025 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 29591?

29591 is mapped to a county in EPA Radon Zone 3 (low county-level radon potential; EPA recommends testing every home), located in Florence 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 29591's water?

Yes, PFAS have been detected in samples from water systems mapped to 29591. 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.

What does the NFIP claim history show for ZIP 29591?

FEMA records contain 22 flood insurance claims filed in ZIP code 29591; the recorded rated-zone value (the most frequent one if there are several claims) is X, which is claims evidence and may differ from the current FEMA map zone for a property. Claim records do not establish current property risk. Review FEMA's map for the specific property.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (2026). Scranton, SC (29591): 1 Violation Recorded for Mapped Water Systems. https://zipcheckup.com/report/29591/
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Page version: October 2026.

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Water quality comparison for ZIP codes near 29591

ZIP Code City, State Distance Grade Violations
29530 Coward, SC 4.5 mi N/A 0
29560 Lake City, SC 4.7 mi N/A 1
29114 Olanta, SC 8.2 mi N/A 0
29504 Florence, SC 9.1 mi N/A 0
29518 Cades, SC 10.6 mi N/A 8
29583 Pamplico, SC 11.2 mi N/A 0
29541 Effingham, SC 11.6 mi B 0
29503 Florence, SC 11.7 mi N/A 0
29162 Turbeville, SC 14.3 mi N/A 0
29505 Florence, SC 14.3 mi B 0

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