Current Health-Based Noncompliance SC 2 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Abbeville City of (sc0110001)

EPA ID: SC0110001 ยท 5,650 people served ยท 3 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Abbeville City of (sc0110001) (SC0110001): 2 unresolved EPA violations on record. Not yet resolved: 2 EPA violations at Abbeville City of (sc0110001), affecting about 5,650 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

5,650
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
3
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
Zone 2
Radon Risk ยท Moderate
2
Contaminants Flagged
$131K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Abbeville City of (sc0110001) Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$48,984
Median Household Income
41,512
Service Area Population
51%
Disadvantaged Population
63th
Poverty Percentile
77th
Energy Burden Percentile
59%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Abbeville City of (sc0110001) serves a community with a median household income of $48,984 and an estimated 41,512 residents across its service area. Approximately 59% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 51% of the population in this service area is classified as disadvantaged under EPA's EJScreen criteria. Communities with higher disadvantaged populations often face disproportionate environmental and health burdens, including aging water infrastructure and limited resources for remediation.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Abbeville City of (sc0110001)'s water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
53th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

49 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
21 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 70% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Abbeville City of (sc0110001) compares to EPA limits

Chlorine residual 2 mg/L (MRDL โ€” Maximum Residual Disinfectant Level) (50% of limit)
0 EPA Limit: 4 mg/L (MRDL โ€” Maximum Residual Disinfectant Level)
Irritation & DBP formation at high levels; protective at normal treatment levels

What This Means For You

Stage 2 DBP Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 10 detections recorded. 4 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS). 2 exceed state limits.

State limits: PFOA: 0.004 ppt, PFOS: 0.004 ppt
Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter โ†’

Chlorine residual was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,500
PFAS Treatment $600
Radon Mitigation $200
Water Filtration $150
Total Estimated Cost $2,450

Based on national averages for common remediation projects. Actual costs vary by property. Only issues flagged by EPA, FEMA, or state data for each ZIP code are included.

Cost of Inaction

If water quality issues in this service area are not addressed, the estimated financial impact per household is:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,665
10 years
$5,330
20 years
$10,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,450 (one-time) vs. $5,330 in estimated inaction costs over 10 years.

Estimates based on published EPA, CDC, and peer-reviewed research. Individual costs vary by household size, property, and health factors. These are conservative lower-bound estimates intended for awareness, not financial advice.

System Overview

Abbeville City of (sc0110001) (EPA ID: SC0110001) is a community water system in South Carolina that serves approximately 5,650 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 communities.

Violation History

1 current health-based noncompliance record in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 1 resolved, 0 archived, 1 addressed, and 1 unaddressed. Under this source contract, current noncompliance is the sum of addressed and unaddressed records. Archived and resolved records are excluded from current noncompliance.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
July 2, 2025 Stage 2 DBP Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
January 1, 2022 Chlorine residual Health-based Resolved
December 1, 2021 Chlorine residual Health-based Addressed (current)

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Chlorine residual Disinfectant 2 Yes
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

Health Risk Details

Chlorine (Residual Disinfectant) (EPA limit: 4 mg/L (MRDL โ€” Maximum Residual Disinfectant Level))

Irritation & DBP formation at high levels; protective at normal treatment levels At-risk groups: people with asthma or chemical sensitivities, kidney dialysis patients (water must be dechlorinated).

Removal methods: granular activated carbon (GAC), KDF media filter, carbon block filter. Find the right filter โ†’

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0 mg/L No N/A

No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking โ€” this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: Service area ZIP codes sourced from EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 (March 2026 release). These ZIPs reflect the actual deployment footprint recorded by SC or modeled from parcel and building-footprint data.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Abbeville City of (sc0110001) (SC0110001) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Abbeville City of (sc0110001) water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 1 current health-based noncompliance record for Abbeville City of (sc0110001). Review the utility's current notices and EPA record. This system-level compliance history cannot determine conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Abbeville City of (sc0110001) serve?

Abbeville City of (sc0110001) serves approximately 5,650 people across 3 ZIP codes in South Carolina.

Where does Abbeville City of (sc0110001) get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Above Current MCL

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). One or more PFAS compounds were measured above the current state-enforceable MCL.

Samples collected
87
Detections
9
Latest sample
11/4/2025
Highest analyte
HFPO-DA: 140 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
HFPO-DA 140 ppt 10 ppt Above current MCL
PFBS 8.3 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFPeA 5.3 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFHxA 3.8 ppt โ€” โ€”

Current MCL reflects the lowest state-enforceable limit (NYS 10 ppt for PFOA/PFOS, effective August 2020). The federal final MCL of 4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS (EPA April 2024 rule) is not enforceable until April 2029. Detections above 4 ppt but below 10 ppt are below current MCL but above the future federal limit.

Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) โ€” per-system federal sampling, 2023โ€“2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program โ†’

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Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Abbeville City of (sc0110001)'s water?
Detected contaminants include Stage 2 DBP Rule, Chlorine residual. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 1 contaminant above EPA limits, a certified water filter can provide an extra layer of protection. The best type depends on specific contaminants in your water.
How many people does Abbeville City of (sc0110001) serve?
Abbeville City of (sc0110001) serves approximately 5,650 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Abbeville City of (sc0110001)'s water source?
Abbeville City of (sc0110001) draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Abbeville City of (sc0110001)'s service area?
The Abbeville City of (sc0110001) service area has a median household income of $48,984. EPA EJScreen data classifies 51% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Abbeville City of (sc0110001) get its water?
Abbeville City of (sc0110001)'s water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap. Based on the exported violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is classified as elevated.

How to cite this page

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What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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