Monitoring Violations SC

Sunset Pointe S/d (sc3050013)

EPA ID: SC3050013 · 60 people served · 5 ZIP codes

While 1 violation did appear in Sunset Pointe S/d (sc3050013)'s five-year monitoring record, none remain unresolved — the utility has returned to full compliance and continues to serve approximately 60 residents under all current EPA drinking water standards.

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02

C · 65
Avg Safety Score
60
People Served
5
ZIP Codes Served
1
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.002 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
1
Contaminants Flagged
$214K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Sunset Pointe S/d (sc3050013) Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$80,625
Median Household Income
110,102
Service Area Population
42%
Disadvantaged Population
58th
Poverty Percentile
58th
Energy Burden Percentile
39%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Sunset Pointe S/d (sc3050013) serves a community with a median household income of $80,625 and an estimated 110,102 residents across its service area.

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?

Groundwater

Sunset Pointe S/d (sc3050013)'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
34th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
52th
Superfund Site Proximity

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

35 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
33 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 51% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Sunset Pointe S/d (sc3050013) compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Total Coliform at 1 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 45 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 →

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $960
Radon Mitigation $720
PFAS Treatment $600
Total Estimated Cost $2,280

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 $2,280 (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

SUNSET POINTE S/D (SC3050013) (EPA ID: SC3050013) is a community water system in South Carolina that serves approximately 60 people from groundwater sources.

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

Average Home Safety Score: C (65/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

Violation History

1 monitoring/reporting violation recorded. These are procedural violations (missed tests or late reports), not necessarily water safety issues.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
February 5, 2025 Total Coliform Monitoring Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Total Coliform Microbiological 1 No

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
29680 0.002 mg/L No N/A

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 1 (High Risk)

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

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ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: 1 ZIP code confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 4 additional ZIPs inferred from SDWIS registry data. The EPA-confirmed set is the most reliable; SDWIS-inferred entries may be narrower than the real deployment area.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Sunset Pointe S/d (sc3050013) (SC3050013) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sunset Pointe S/d (sc3050013) water safe to drink?

Sunset Pointe S/d (sc3050013) has only monitoring/reporting violations, which are procedural in nature. The system meets federal health-based standards.

How many people does Sunset Pointe S/d (sc3050013) serve?

Sunset Pointe S/d (sc3050013) serves approximately 60 people across 5 ZIP codes in South Carolina.

Where does Sunset Pointe S/d (sc3050013) get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Water Source & Treatment

Where this water originates and how it's treated before reaching your tap.

Source
Groundwater
Drawn from underground aquifers via wells.

Source: Sunset Pointe S/d (sc3050013) Consumer Confidence Report.

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with this water utility. Treatment and source data are sourced from the utility's published CCR filings.

Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

0
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
5
Unknown Material
26
Confirmed Non-Lead

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.

Federal Regulatory Status · 2026Q1
LCRR inventory submission: Reported all required service line types
Latest tap sample on 2023-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 60
Reported to South Carolina

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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Sunset Pointe S/d (sc3050013) safe to drink?
Sunset Pointe S/d (sc3050013) has a C safety grade based on 1 recorded violation. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Sunset Pointe S/d (sc3050013)'s water?
Detected contaminants include Total Coliform. 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 Sunset Pointe S/d (sc3050013) serve?
Sunset Pointe S/d (sc3050013) serves approximately 60 people with drinking water across 5 ZIP codes.
What is Sunset Pointe S/d (sc3050013)'s water source?
Sunset Pointe S/d (sc3050013) draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Sunset Pointe S/d (sc3050013)'s water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.002 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Sunset Pointe S/d (sc3050013)'s service area?
The Sunset Pointe S/d (sc3050013) service area has a median household income of $80,625. EPA EJScreen data classifies 42% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Sunset Pointe S/d (sc3050013) get its water?
Sunset Pointe S/d (sc3050013)'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.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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