Water System Report SC

Harbor Island (sc0750013)

EPA ID: SC0750013 ยท 1,039 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Harbor Island (sc0750013) (SC0750013): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Compared to the national average for mid-size utilities, Harbor Island (sc0750013) sits well above the baseline - five years of EPA monitoring show no violations, no MCL exceedances, and no enforcement actions for the full service territory of 1,039 people.

Data: EPA SDWIS

1,039
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.0043 mg/L
Max Lead Level
0
Contaminants Flagged
$285K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Harbor Island (sc0750013) Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$72,865
Median Household Income
9,918
Service Area Population
33%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
40th
Energy Burden Percentile
28%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Harbor Island (sc0750013) serves a community with a median household income of $72,865 and an estimated 9,918 residents across its service area.

Environmental Justice Note: 33% 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

Harbor Island (sc0750013)'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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
60th
Superfund Site Proximity

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites.

Infrastructure Risk

31 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
39 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 44% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 5 detections recorded. 2 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†’

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in South Carolina

1 violation
5 violations
0 violations
1 violation
0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,200
PFAS Treatment $600
Total Estimated Cost $1,800

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:

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,800 (one-time) vs. $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

Harbor Island (sc0750013) (EPA ID: SC0750013) is a community water system in South Carolina that serves approximately 1,039 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 29920 in Saint Helena Island.

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0043 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.

Need help with your water quality?

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

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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.

  • 29920 - Saint Helena Island

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Harbor Island (sc0750013) (SC0750013) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Harbor Island (sc0750013) water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Harbor Island (sc0750013) in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.

How many people does Harbor Island (sc0750013) serve?

Harbor Island (sc0750013) serves approximately 1,039 people across 1 ZIP code in South Carolina.

Where does Harbor Island (sc0750013) get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Harbor Island (sc0750013) meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Harbor Island (sc0750013) serve?
Harbor Island (sc0750013) serves approximately 1,039 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Harbor Island (sc0750013)'s water source?
Harbor Island (sc0750013) draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Harbor Island (sc0750013)'s water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0043 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Harbor Island (sc0750013)'s service area?
The Harbor Island (sc0750013) service area has a median household income of $72,865. EPA EJScreen data classifies 33% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Harbor Island (sc0750013) get its water?
Harbor Island (sc0750013)'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 available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

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APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Harbor Island (sc0750013) Water Quality Report, SC. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/sc0750013/
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