Laurens County W&s Commission (sc3020001)
EPA ID: SC3020001 · 36,314 people served · 15 ZIP codes
Over the tracked period, Laurens County W&s Commission (sc3020001) logged 3 EPA violations — each has been remedied, and the system now supplies 36,314 people in good standing.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Laurens County W&s Commission (sc3020001) Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary — Grade C
Service Area Demographics
The Laurens County W&s Commission (sc3020001) serves a community with a median household income of $65,603 and an estimated 330,445 residents across its service area. Approximately 48% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
Environmental Justice Note: 42% 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?
Laurens County W&s Commission (sc3020001)'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.
About 1% of homes in Laurens County, South Carolina rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.
Infrastructure Risk
Detected Contaminants
How Laurens County W&s Commission (sc3020001) compares to EPA limits
What This Means For You
Stage 2 DBP Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.
Total Coliform at 1 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.
Stage 1 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. 104 detections recorded. 34 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS). 23 exceed state limits.
Comparable Water Systems
Similar-sized systems in South Carolina
Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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.
System Overview
Laurens County W&s Commission (sc3020001) (EPA ID: SC3020001) is a community water system in South Carolina that serves approximately 36,314 people from surface water sources.
This system provides water to 15 ZIP codes across 13 communities.
Average Home Safety Score: C (68/100)
Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.
Violation History
Recent Violations
| Date | Contaminant | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| February 5, 2025 | Total Coliform | Monitoring | Resolved |
| October 17, 2024 | Stage 2 DBP Rule | Health-based | Resolved |
| October 17, 2024 | Stage 2 DBP Rule | Monitoring | Resolved |
Contaminants Detected
The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | Health-Based |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stage 2 DBP Rule | Treatment Failure | 2 | Yes |
| Total Coliform | Microbiological | 1 | No |
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | Treatment Failure | 1 | No |
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:
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 $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — 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.
- 29325 — Clinton
- 29332 — Cross Hill
- 29360 — Laurens
- 29370 — Mountville
- 29384 — Waterloo
- 29388 — Woodruff
- 29605 — Greenville
- 29607 — Greenville
- 29644 — Fountain Inn
- 29645 — Gray Court
- 29669 — Pelzer
- 29673 — Piedmont
- 29680 — Simpsonville
- 29681 — Simpsonville
- 29692 — Ware Shoals
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Laurens County W&s Commission (sc3020001) (SC3020001) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Laurens County W&s Commission (sc3020001) water safe to drink?
Laurens County W&s Commission (sc3020001) has recorded 1 health-based violation in the past 5 years. While the system is required to treat water to meet federal standards, you may want to consider additional precautions such as a certified water filter.
How many people does Laurens County W&s Commission (sc3020001) serve?
Laurens County W&s Commission (sc3020001) serves approximately 36,314 people across 15 ZIP codes in South Carolina.
Where does Laurens County W&s Commission (sc3020001) 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.
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) — per-system federal sampling, 2023–2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program →
Lead Service Line Inventory
Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:
This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.
Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.
Source: EPA SDWIS Federal Service Line Inventory (Phase 2) · Submitted 2026
ZipCheckup is not affiliated with the utility or state agency. Inventory figures render verbatim from the public LCRI submission cited above; ZipCheckup does not perform inspections or replacements.
Frequently Asked Questions
What You Can Do
Test your water
Home test kits can detect lead, bacteria, and other contaminants at your tap. Find the right filter →
Check your specific ZIP code
Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report →
Contact your utility
Laurens County W&s Commission (sc3020001) (EPA ID: SC3020001) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.