Water System Report SC

Bgwc Carowood (sc4650035)

EPA ID: SC4650035 ยท 212 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Bgwc Carowood (sc4650035) (SC4650035): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Across every monitored period in the past five years, Bgwc Carowood (sc4650035) reported no EPA violations for its service population of 212.

Data: EPA SDWIS

212
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$480K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Bgwc Carowood (sc4650035) Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$129,304
Median Household Income
42,931
Service Area Population
35%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
40th
Energy Burden Percentile
11%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Bgwc Carowood (sc4650035) serves a community with a median household income of $129,304 and an estimated 42,931 residents across its service area.

Environmental Justice Note: 35% 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.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Bgwc Carowood (sc4650035)'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
50th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
70th
Superfund Site Proximity

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

23 yr
Avg Pipe Age
PEX or Copper
Pipe Material
42 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 35% 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. 2 detections recorded.

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.
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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,200
PFAS Treatment $500
Radon Mitigation $400
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $2,400

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 $2,400 (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 Carowood (sc4650035) (EPA ID: SC4650035) is a community water system in South Carolina that serves approximately 212 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 29708 in Fort Mill.

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

The accepted LCR snapshot contains 1 reported copper action-level exceedance record for this PWSID. The source does not provide a verified copper level for publication.

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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 Carowood (sc4650035) (SC4650035) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bgwc Carowood (sc4650035) water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Bgwc Carowood (sc4650035) 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 Carowood (sc4650035) serve?

Bgwc Carowood (sc4650035) serves approximately 212 people across 1 ZIP code in South Carolina.

Where does Bgwc Carowood (sc4650035) get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Bgwc Carowood (sc4650035) meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Bgwc Carowood (sc4650035) serve?
Bgwc Carowood (sc4650035) serves approximately 212 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Bgwc Carowood (sc4650035)'s water source?
Bgwc Carowood (sc4650035) draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Bgwc Carowood (sc4650035)'s service area?
The Bgwc Carowood (sc4650035) service area has a median household income of $129,304. EPA EJScreen data classifies 35% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Bgwc Carowood (sc4650035) get its water?
Bgwc Carowood (sc4650035)'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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