Water Quality in Columbia, SC (29044)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 29044.
Active Health Violations
2 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 57% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
4,799
Population
29
Water Systems
6
Violations (5yr)
2
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (29)
Columbia City Of (Sc4010001)
2 health-basedFort Jackson (Sc4010501)
All resolvedMccrady Training Center (Sc4070911)
Sylvamo Eastover Mill (Sc4030005)
Eastover Town Of (Sc4010002)
Hwy 378 Diner (Sc4070203)
Front Portch Restaurant
Prayer & Bible Study
Prayer & Bible Study
Wateree Mobhmes
Pinewood Comm Care #2
Kemira Chemicals Inc (Sc4030013)
Roy'S Lounge
Crossroad Comm Conv Store (Sc4074006)
Floydsresturant
Midway One Stop (4070931)
Floyds Resturan
Scarng - Kasserine Pass (4070956)
New Well At Ippe (Sc4030015)
W L Bell Tr Pk
Ayes Day Care
Blue Lite Motel
The Last Stop
Any Day Inn (4070400)
E W Herbert Mhp
Carolina Child Care
Bob And Leaks Convenience Store (4070966
Mcentire Ng (4070903)
Diamond Bar And Restaurant (4070233)
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)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
Copper (Cu)
Exceeds limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Columbia (29044) has more violations than 57% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 6.
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.