Water Quality in Aiken, SC (29801)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 29801.
Active Health Violations
6 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 78% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
31,108
Population
32
Water Systems
19
Violations (5yr)
6
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (32)
Aiken City Of (0210001)
5 health-basedNorth Augusta City Of (Sc0210003)
College Acres Public W/D (Sc0220002)
Guesthouse Inn (Sc0270401)
Cameron Mhp (Sc0260038)
1 health-basedSilver Bluff Tp
Harbor Inn
All resolvedDeluxe Inn (Sc0270409)
Oakdale Tr Pk
Weyerhaeuser Company (Sc0240004)
Wildwood Tr Pk
Carpenters Trpk
Boyd Pond Park (0270908)
Blount'S Landing (Sc3860007)
Stableview Llc (Sc0272015)
Rowells Tr Pk
Rocky Creek Pt
Whiskey South #1 (Sc0260036)
Williams Mhp (0260049)
Family Communit
Devores Trailer Park (2460002)
Wright Mhp (0260008)
Pine Acres Mhp
Royaloaks Tr Pk
Country Squire
Whiskey Road Bbq
Cedar Branch Mhp
Bobby'S Bbq
American-Hearth Inn
Lawhead Mhp
Lsavcommprerect
Northside Mh Estates
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Similar to nitrate — harmful to infants at high levels.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2022
How Does This Compare?
Aiken (29801) has more violations than 78% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 19.
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
Activated Carbon Filter
Excellent for removing chlorine, chloramine, and disinfection byproducts like THMs and HAAs. Available as pitcher filters, countertop, or under-sink units.
Targets:THMs, HAAs, Chlorine, Chloramine, Taste & Odor
Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 & 53 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.