Water Quality in Columbia, SC (29210)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 29210.
Active Health Violations
4 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 65% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
39,962
Population
34
Water Systems
9
Violations (5yr)
4
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (34)
Columbia City Of (Sc4010001)
2 health-basedJoint Municipal Wsc (Sc3220003)
West Columbia City Of (3210004)
Fort Jackson (Sc4010501)
All resolvedLexington Town Of (3210001)
Lieber Correctional Institute (1870050)
Lost Creek S/D
Macdougall Correctional Inst (Sc0870050)
Shadowwood Cove
Village Lak Mur
Mccall Ra Camp (Sc3970675)
Pine Island Club
Ami Kids-Georgetown (2270906)
Brook Forest Mhp
Sharpe Rd Mhp
Usfs Canal Rec Area
Usfs Huger Rec Area
Mepco/Electra
Whites Community Care
611 Harmon Llc (Sc4060012)
2 health-basedHoods Tp
Camp David (3170876)S3
Saluda River Mhp (3660009)
Learn&Playdayca
Usfs Huger Creek Flowing (Sc0870075)
Usfs Fishbrook Flowing (0870655)
Usfs Buckhall Rec Area (Sc1070652)
Usfs Halfway Creek Camp (1070656)
Usfs Elmwood Hunt Camp (Sc1070650)
Usfs Honey Hill Camp (0870808)
Wateree Correctional Inst (4370050)
Ralphs Mhp
Usfs Indian Creek Wc
Water Mart-Forest Drive
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 2023
How Does This Compare?
Columbia (29210) 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.
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.