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Bgwc Riverbend Estates (sc4660103)

EPA ID: SC4660103 ยท 93 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Bgwc Riverbend Estates (sc4660103) (SC4660103): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Although compliance varies widely among water utilities nationally, Bgwc Riverbend Estates (sc4660103) stands out with zero EPA violations over five consecutive monitoring years, delivering safe tap water to 93 residents and showing no enforcement activity across the entire reporting span.

Data: EPA SDWIS

93
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.013 mg/L
Max Lead Level
0
Contaminants Flagged
$239K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Bgwc Riverbend Estates (sc4660103) Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$63,122
Median Household Income
57,500
Service Area Population
35%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
40th
Energy Burden Percentile
47%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Bgwc Riverbend Estates (sc4660103) serves a community with a median household income of $63,122 and an estimated 57,500 residents across its service area. Approximately 47% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

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 Riverbend Estates (sc4660103)'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

45 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
25 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 64% 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
Flood Insurance $1,200
PFAS Treatment $500
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $2,100

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 $2,100 (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 Riverbend Estates (sc4660103) (EPA ID: SC4660103) is a community water system in South Carolina that serves approximately 93 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 29730 in Rock Hill.

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
0.013 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 Riverbend Estates (sc4660103) (SC4660103) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bgwc Riverbend Estates (sc4660103) water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Bgwc Riverbend Estates (sc4660103) 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 Riverbend Estates (sc4660103) serve?

Bgwc Riverbend Estates (sc4660103) serves approximately 93 people across 1 ZIP code in South Carolina.

Where does Bgwc Riverbend Estates (sc4660103) get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Bgwc Riverbend Estates (sc4660103) meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Bgwc Riverbend Estates (sc4660103) serve?
Bgwc Riverbend Estates (sc4660103) serves approximately 93 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Bgwc Riverbend Estates (sc4660103)'s water source?
Bgwc Riverbend Estates (sc4660103) draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Bgwc Riverbend Estates (sc4660103)'s water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.013 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Bgwc Riverbend Estates (sc4660103)'s service area?
The Bgwc Riverbend Estates (sc4660103) service area has a median household income of $63,122. EPA EJScreen data classifies 35% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Bgwc Riverbend Estates (sc4660103) get its water?
Bgwc Riverbend Estates (sc4660103)'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 Riverbend Estates (sc4660103) Water Quality Report, SC. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/sc4660103/
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