Water System Report SC

Norway Town of (3810008)

EPA ID: SC3810008 · 775 people served · 1 ZIP code

Zero violations in five consecutive years of EPA monitoring — Norway Town of (3810008) has held a clean track record across every reporting cycle in that span, with no enforcement activity of any kind on file for the full service population of 775 residents.

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

775
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$88K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Norway Town of (3810008) Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$50,455
Median Household Income
2,186
Service Area Population
85%
Disadvantaged Population
70th
Poverty Percentile
90th
Energy Burden Percentile
61%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Norway Town of (3810008) serves a community with a median household income of $50,455 and an estimated 2,186 residents across its service area. Approximately 61% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 85% 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?

Surface Water

Norway Town of (3810008)'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
50th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Orangeburg 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

54 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
16 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 77% 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. 4 detections recorded. 1 exceeds federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS). 1 exceeds 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

Lead Pipe Replacement Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment
Lead Pipe Replacement $3,660
Flood Insurance $2,500
PFAS Treatment $600
Total Estimated Cost $6,760

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 $6,760 (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

Norway Town of (3810008) (EPA ID: SC3810008) is a community water system in South Carolina that serves approximately 775 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 29113 in Norway.

Violation History

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

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Norway Town of (3810008) (SC3810008) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Norway Town of (3810008) water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Norway Town of (3810008) has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Norway Town of (3810008) serve?

Norway Town of (3810008) serves approximately 775 people across 1 ZIP code in South Carolina.

Where does Norway Town of (3810008) get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

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
438
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 2025-07-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 775
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

Should I use a water filter?
Norway Town of (3810008) meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Norway Town of (3810008) serve?
Norway Town of (3810008) serves approximately 775 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Norway Town of (3810008)'s water source?
Norway Town of (3810008) draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Norway Town of (3810008)'s service area?
The Norway Town of (3810008) service area has a median household income of $50,455. EPA EJScreen data classifies 85% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Norway Town of (3810008) get its water?
Norway Town of (3810008)'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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