Water System Report SC

Bgwc Hidden Valley (sc3250073)

EPA ID: SC3250073 ยท 480 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Bgwc Hidden Valley (sc3250073) (SC3250073): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. In every reporting cycle over the past five years, Bgwc Hidden Valley (sc3250073) has come through without a single EPA violation - a consistent performance across the full service population of approximately 480 residents that reflects both well-maintained infrastructure and reliable operational oversight.

Data: EPA SDWIS

480
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.003 mg/L
Max Lead Level
0
Contaminants Flagged
$117K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Bgwc Hidden Valley (sc3250073) Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$54,141
Median Household Income
20,818
Service Area Population
25%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
31%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Bgwc Hidden Valley (sc3250073) serves a community with a median household income of $54,141 and an estimated 20,818 residents across its service area.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Bgwc Hidden Valley (sc3250073)'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
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
50th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

30 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
40 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 43% 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. 5 detections recorded. 3 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS). 2 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†’

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

PFAS Treatment
PFAS Treatment $600
Total Estimated Cost $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 $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

Bgwc Hidden Valley (sc3250073) (EPA ID: SC3250073) is a community water system in South Carolina that serves approximately 480 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 29053 in Gaston.

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
0.003 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.

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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 Bgwc Hidden Valley (sc3250073) (SC3250073) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bgwc Hidden Valley (sc3250073) water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Bgwc Hidden Valley (sc3250073) 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 Bgwc Hidden Valley (sc3250073) serve?

Bgwc Hidden Valley (sc3250073) serves approximately 480 people across 1 ZIP code in South Carolina.

Where does Bgwc Hidden Valley (sc3250073) get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Bgwc Hidden Valley (sc3250073) meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Bgwc Hidden Valley (sc3250073) serve?
Bgwc Hidden Valley (sc3250073) serves approximately 480 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Bgwc Hidden Valley (sc3250073)'s water source?
Bgwc Hidden Valley (sc3250073) draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Bgwc Hidden Valley (sc3250073)'s water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.003 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Bgwc Hidden Valley (sc3250073)'s service area?
The Bgwc Hidden Valley (sc3250073) service area has a median household income of $54,141. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Bgwc Hidden Valley (sc3250073) get its water?
Bgwc Hidden Valley (sc3250073)'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.

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APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Bgwc Hidden Valley (sc3250073) Water Quality Report, SC. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/sc3250073/
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