Water Quality in Columbia, SC (29036)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 29036.
Active Health Violations
7 health-based violations found in the past 5 years, with at least one still unresolved. Contaminant levels have exceeded federal safety limits. Consider testing your tap water independently.
More violations than 82% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
26,620
Population
51
Water Systems
26
Violations (5yr)
7
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (51)
Columbia City Of (Sc4010001)
2 health-basedJoint Municipal Wsc (Sc3220003)
West Columbia City Of (3210004)
Fort Jackson (Sc4010501)
All resolvedLexington Town Of (3210001)
Night Harbor
Jcr Of Sc (Sc3279038)
Richland Estates Mhc (Sc4060038)
1 health-basedShady Acres (Sc3250060)
All resolvedCrystal Pines (Sc3250065)
1 health-basedJacks Diner
Oakbrook Landing
Scenic Drive Mhp (Sc3260081)
Putnams Harbor Marina (Sc3270850)
Ole Timey Meats (3230807)
1 health-basedSand Mountain Mhp (Sc3260183)
2 health-basedWee R Kids Day Care
Lakeland Shores
Plantation Hills
Shiv Mart #4 (3279014)
All resolvedBelton Ice House (0480010)
Hailes Truck Stop
Max Water Vending (0480006)
Qls - Rosewood Market (4080005)
Sweet Sugar Magnolia
Wc Howie Owner
Woodlake Shores Hoa Inc (3250001)
O'Cain Advertising
Custom Golf Carts (Sc3279024)
Qls-Wellsprings Apartments (4080024)
Pendleton Ice House (0480008)
Chapin Town Of (3210008)
Qls-Fast Stop Broad River-Irmo (4080020)
Tanner'S Mill S/D
Qls-Fast Stop Cr Koon Hwy (3680002)
Qls-The Station 2 Inc (Sc3680003)
Baked Brewed And Beyond
Qls-Stop-N-Shop (3280018)
Qls-Mr Js Chapin Rd-Chapin (3280011)
Qls-Evergreen Exxon-Irmo (3280012)
Qls-Best Stop 2 (3280017)
Qls-Piggly Wiggly 78 (2880002)
Qls-Piggly Wiggly 90 (4380006)
Qls-Pigglywiggly Sunset-Manning(1480003)
Polo Estates (Sc4060055)
Watson Village Ice House (0480009)
Qls-378 Pit Stop (4180001)
Qls-Piggly Wiggly 84 (4380005)
Williamston Ice House (0480007)
Hwy 24/187 Ice House (0480011)
El Poblano Mexican Restaurant (4072009)
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Approaching limitSampled: Jan 2024
How Does This Compare?
Columbia (29036) has more violations than 82% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 26.
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.
Reverse Osmosis System
Highly effective at removing heavy metals, dissolved solids, and a wide range of contaminants. Recommended for homes with lead or arsenic concerns.
Targets:Lead, Copper, Arsenic, Mercury, Cadmium
Look for:NSF/ANSI 58 certified
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.