Water System Report SC

Greenwood Cpw (2410001)

EPA ID: SC2410001 ยท 52,022 people served ยท 5 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Greenwood Cpw (2410001) (SC2410001): PFAS sampling above the current EPA limit (UCMR5). In every reporting cycle over the past five years, Greenwood Cpw (2410001) has come through without a single EPA violation - a consistent performance across the full service population of approximately 52,022 residents that reflects both well-maintained infrastructure and reliable operational oversight.

Data: EPA SDWIS

52,022
People Served
5
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.004 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk ยท Low
0
Contaminants Flagged
$133K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Greenwood Cpw (2410001) Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$52,617
Median Household Income
68,081
Service Area Population
44%
Disadvantaged Population
62th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
57%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Greenwood Cpw (2410001) serves a community with a median household income of $52,617 and an estimated 68,081 residents across its service area. Approximately 57% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 44% 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

Greenwood Cpw (2410001)'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
46th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
24th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

45 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
25 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 64% 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. 33 detections recorded. 15 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS). 10 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

A 0 violations
B 7 violations
0 violations
Greer Cpw (sc2310005)
54,024 people
C 0 violations
B 2 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,200
PFAS Treatment $600
Radon Mitigation $80
Total Estimated Cost $1,880

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 $1,880 (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

Greenwood Cpw (2410001) (EPA ID: SC2410001) is a community water system in South Carolina that serves approximately 52,022 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 5 ZIP codes across 4 communities.

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
0.004 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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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 Greenwood Cpw (2410001) (SC2410001) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Greenwood Cpw (2410001) water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Greenwood Cpw (2410001) 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 Greenwood Cpw (2410001) serve?

Greenwood Cpw (2410001) serves approximately 52,022 people across 5 ZIP codes in South Carolina.

Where does Greenwood Cpw (2410001) 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
15
Latest sample
9/3/2025
Highest analyte
HFPO-DA: 91 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
HFPO-DA 91 ppt 10 ppt Above current MCL
PFOS 7.6 ppt 10 ppt Above 2029 federal MCL
PFPeA 7 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFHxA 6.1 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFOA 5.1 ppt 10 ppt Above 2029 federal MCL
PFBS 4.3 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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How Water Systems Appear in Rankings

Water systems are evaluated by violation history, contaminant detections, and service population. Larger systems with more service connections appear in more rankings.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Greenwood Cpw (2410001) meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Greenwood Cpw (2410001) serve?
Greenwood Cpw (2410001) serves approximately 52,022 people with drinking water across 5 ZIP codes.
What is Greenwood Cpw (2410001)'s water source?
Greenwood Cpw (2410001) draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Greenwood Cpw (2410001)'s water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.004 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Greenwood Cpw (2410001)'s service area?
The Greenwood Cpw (2410001) service area has a median household income of $52,617. EPA EJScreen data classifies 44% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Greenwood Cpw (2410001) get its water?
Greenwood Cpw (2410001)'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.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Greenwood Cpw (2410001), SC: Serves 52K People. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/sc2410001/
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