Water System Report SC

Chesterfield Town of (1310002)

EPA ID: SC1310002 · 1,670 people served · 3 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Chesterfield Town of (1310002) (SC1310002): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Federal monitoring records confirm Chesterfield Town of (1310002) has operated without any EPA violations for the full five-year window - covering every contaminant category and reporting cycle across a service area of approximately 1,670 residents, with no gaps in the compliance record.

Data: EPA SDWIS

A · 100
Avg Safety Score
1,670
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0032 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
0
Contaminants Flagged
$99K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Chesterfield Town of (1310002) Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary - Grade A

Service Area Demographics

$51,875
Median Household Income
20,236
Service Area Population
80%
Disadvantaged Population
80th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
59%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Chesterfield Town of (1310002) serves a community with a median household income of $51,875 and an estimated 20,236 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: 80% 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.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Chesterfield Town of (1310002)'s water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
50th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
70th
Superfund Site Proximity

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

50 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
20 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 71% 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. 4 detections recorded. 1 exceeds federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS). 1 exceeds 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 →

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,200
Water Filtration $600
PFAS Treatment $600
Total Estimated Cost $2,400

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 $2,400 (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

Chesterfield Town of (1310002) (EPA ID: SC1310002) is a community water system in South Carolina that serves approximately 1,670 people from groundwater sources.

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

ZIP-Area Home Safety Context: A (100/100)

This is the average Home Safety Score for 2 of 3 service-area ZIP codes with all required score domains observed. It is not a grade for the water utility.

Model 4.0.0 uses SDWIS identity plus accepted ECHO SDWA lifecycle-based water compliance, the UCMR 5 PFAS MCL screen, EPA radon zone, and annual EPA AirData AQI across three equally weighted domains. Missing required evidence suppresses the score.

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
0.0032 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 3 (Low Risk)

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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.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Chesterfield Town of (1310002) (SC1310002) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chesterfield Town of (1310002) water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Chesterfield Town of (1310002) 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 Chesterfield Town of (1310002) serve?

Chesterfield Town of (1310002) serves approximately 1,670 people across 3 ZIP codes in South Carolina.

Where does Chesterfield Town of (1310002) get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Chesterfield Town of (1310002) safe to drink?
Chesterfield Town of (1310002) earns a A safety grade with 0 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
Should I use a water filter?
Chesterfield Town of (1310002) meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Chesterfield Town of (1310002) serve?
Chesterfield Town of (1310002) serves approximately 1,670 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Chesterfield Town of (1310002)'s water source?
Chesterfield Town of (1310002) draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Chesterfield Town of (1310002)'s water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0032 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Chesterfield Town of (1310002)'s service area?
The Chesterfield Town of (1310002) service area has a median household income of $51,875. EPA EJScreen data classifies 80% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Chesterfield Town of (1310002) get its water?
Chesterfield Town of (1310002)'s water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Chesterfield Town of (1310002) Water Quality Report, SC. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/sc1310002/
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