Water Quality in Columbia, SC (29016)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 29016.
Past Health-Based Violations
2 health-based violations were found in the past 5 years, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. All have since been resolved. There are also 7 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 65% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
30,454
Population
21
Water Systems
9
Violations (5yr)
2
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (21)
Columbia City Of (Sc4010001)
2 health-basedFort Jackson (Sc4010501)
All resolvedWinnsboro Town Of (2010001)
All resolvedSweatman'S Bar-B-Q
Wright Way Store 9 (2870209)
All resolvedBlythewood Iga
Sugar&Spice Child Dev Ct
Mcdonalds Restaurant
Lambright Comm Care
Dr Buchanan Office
Wilsons Motel
Wendy'S @ Blythewood
Sc Dps Northbound I95 Weigh Station
De-Sto Seafood
Angie'S Rest
S&S Corner Mart (Sc4070935)
Lil School House (4070121)
Ashley Oaks (4050030)
Sharpe'S Shoppe #2
Bumgarner'S Mhp
Body Construction
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Approaching limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Columbia (29016) has more violations than 65% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 9.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on health-based violations detected in your area, these filter types are commonly used to address similar contaminants. Consult your water utility's Consumer Confidence Report for the most current data.
UV Water Purifier
Uses ultraviolet light to neutralize bacteria, viruses, and parasites without chemicals. Ideal for homes with microbial contamination concerns.
Targets:E. coli, Coliform, Giardia, Cryptosporidium
Look for:NSF/ANSI 55 (Class A) certified
Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.