Water Quality in Columbia, SC (29078)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 29078.
Past Health-Based Violations
3 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 67% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
16,283
Population
13
Water Systems
10
Violations (5yr)
3
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (13)
Columbia City Of (Sc4010001)
2 health-basedFort Jackson (Sc4010501)
All resolvedCassatt Wtr Kershaw-Lee Co Rwa
Lugoff Elgin Water Auth (Sc2820001)
Camden City Of (2810001)
V P Mobile Home Park
1 health-basedStandard Warehouse Co.
Unimin-Office Complex (2830011)
All resolvedLake Robinson
Tucker'S Mhp
Your Truck Stop
Elgin Town Of
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Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Approaching limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Columbia (29078) has more violations than 67% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 10.
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.