Water System Report SC

Prosperity Town of (sc3610005)

EPA ID: SC3610005 ยท 1,282 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Prosperity Town of (sc3610005) (SC3610005): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Federal monitoring spanning five full years has produced zero violations at Prosperity Town of (sc3610005) - a clean record across every reporting cycle for a utility serving approximately 1,282 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

1,282
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$181K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Prosperity Town of (sc3610005) Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$58,531
Median Household Income
29,086
Service Area Population
50%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
55%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Prosperity Town of (sc3610005) serves a community with a median household income of $58,531 and an estimated 29,086 residents across its service area. Approximately 55% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 50% 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

Prosperity Town of (sc3610005)'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
60th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points. Surface water sources near wastewater outfalls may face additional treatment challenges.

Infrastructure Risk

48 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
22 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 69% 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. 13 detections recorded. 5 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS). 4 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

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,200
PFAS Treatment $600
Water Filtration $150
Total Estimated Cost $1,950

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 $1,950 (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

Prosperity Town of (sc3610005) (EPA ID: SC3610005) is a community water system in South Carolina that serves approximately 1,282 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 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 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.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

Find the Right Water Filter

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 Prosperity Town of (sc3610005) (SC3610005) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Prosperity Town of (sc3610005) water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Prosperity Town of (sc3610005) 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 Prosperity Town of (sc3610005) serve?

Prosperity Town of (sc3610005) serves approximately 1,282 people across 2 ZIP codes in South Carolina.

Where does Prosperity Town of (sc3610005) get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Prosperity Town of (sc3610005) meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Prosperity Town of (sc3610005) serve?
Prosperity Town of (sc3610005) serves approximately 1,282 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Prosperity Town of (sc3610005)'s water source?
Prosperity Town of (sc3610005) draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Prosperity Town of (sc3610005)'s service area?
The Prosperity Town of (sc3610005) service area has a median household income of $58,531. EPA EJScreen data classifies 50% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Prosperity Town of (sc3610005) get its water?
Prosperity Town of (sc3610005)'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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APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Prosperity Town of (sc3610005) Water Quality Report, SC. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/sc3610005/
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