Water System Report SC

Lcjmwsc-pelion Town of (sc3210010)

EPA ID: SC3210010 · 1,001 people served · 4 ZIP codes

Lcjmwsc-pelion Town of (sc3210010) carries zero EPA violations in five years — a spotless record for a utility serving 1,001 residents.

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

A · 99
Avg Safety Score
1,001
People Served
4
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.002 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
0
Contaminants Flagged
$198K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Lcjmwsc-pelion Town of (sc3210010) Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade A

Service Area Demographics

$72,648
Median Household Income
127,884
Service Area Population
25%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
29%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Lcjmwsc-pelion Town of (sc3210010) serves a community with a median household income of $72,648 and an estimated 127,884 residents across its service area.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Lcjmwsc-pelion Town of (sc3210010)'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
50th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Lexington 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

31 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
36 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 46% 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. 17 detections recorded. 9 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS). 6 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 PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,000
PFAS Treatment $600
Total Estimated Cost $1,600

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 $1,600 (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

Lcjmwsc-pelion Town of (sc3210010) (EPA ID: SC3210010) is a community water system in South Carolina that serves approximately 1,001 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 4 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: A (99/100)

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

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

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

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
29123 0.002 mg/L No N/A

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: 1 ZIP code confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 3 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 Lcjmwsc-pelion Town of (sc3210010) (SC3210010) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lcjmwsc-pelion Town of (sc3210010) water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Lcjmwsc-pelion Town of (sc3210010) has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Lcjmwsc-pelion Town of (sc3210010) serve?

Lcjmwsc-pelion Town of (sc3210010) serves approximately 1,001 people across 4 ZIP codes in South Carolina.

Where does Lcjmwsc-pelion Town of (sc3210010) get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Water Source & Treatment

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

Source
Surface water
Drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs.
Disinfectant used
Chlorine

Source: Lcjmwsc-pelion Town of (sc3210010) Consumer Confidence Report.

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

Treatment regime

How this utility classifies its treatment process and what each reported treatment chemical does.

Treatment classification
Standard
Disinfection plus one or more treatment additives — typically corrosion control, pH adjustment, or fluoridation. Standard regime for utilities serving treated municipal water.

Treatment classification and chemical list sourced from Lcjmwsc-pelion Town of (sc3210010) Consumer Confidence Report.

Treatment intensity is a ZipCheckup-derived classification based on the chemicals and processes the utility reports. Chemicals and contamination sources are taken verbatim from the utility's CCR filing. Routine federal monitoring and contaminant testing shown elsewhere on this page determine whether the water meets safety standards, not the treatment classification.

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
0
Unknown Material
406
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: 1,001
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 Lcjmwsc-pelion Town of (sc3210010) safe to drink?
Lcjmwsc-pelion Town of (sc3210010) 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?
Lcjmwsc-pelion Town of (sc3210010) meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Lcjmwsc-pelion Town of (sc3210010) serve?
Lcjmwsc-pelion Town of (sc3210010) serves approximately 1,001 people with drinking water across 4 ZIP codes.
What is Lcjmwsc-pelion Town of (sc3210010)'s water source?
Lcjmwsc-pelion Town of (sc3210010) draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Lcjmwsc-pelion Town of (sc3210010)'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 Lcjmwsc-pelion Town of (sc3210010)'s service area?
The Lcjmwsc-pelion Town of (sc3210010) service area has a median household income of $72,648. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Lcjmwsc-pelion Town of (sc3210010) get its water?
Lcjmwsc-pelion Town of (sc3210010)'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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