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Elgin, South Carolina Water Quality Report

Water quality data for 106 water systems serving 29,871 people.

75
Good
out of 100

Water Source

106
Water Systems
30K
People Served
Surface water, Ground water
Water Source

Detected Contaminants

ContaminantDetected LevelEPA Limit (MCL)Health Guideline% of LimitStatus
HFPO-DA0.008 0.010 ug/L—
78%
Within limit
PFHxA0.003 No federal limit1000.0 ug/L(EWG)
0%
Below guideline
PFOS0.005 0.004 ug/L0.300 ug/L(EWG)
138%
Above limit
PFPeA0.004 No federal limit1000.0 ug/L(EWG)
0%
Below guideline

Recommended Water Filters

Based on the contaminants detected in your water supply, these filtration systems are recommended:

Reverse Osmosis (RO)

Reverse osmosis systems remove up to 99% of PFAS compounds. Recommended for homes with detected PFAS.

Up to 99% PFAS removal

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Compliance & Violations

Resolved Violations (1000)

3A

Mar 1, 2023 — Mar 31, 2023

minor

3A

Mar 1, 2023 — Mar 31, 2023

minor

36

Mar 1, 2023 — Mar 31, 2023

moderate

36

Mar 1, 2023 — Mar 31, 2023

moderate

36

Mar 1, 2023 — Mar 31, 2023

moderate

+ 995 more resolved violations

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Elgin tap water safe to drink?

Elgin's water has 1 contaminant detected above EPA limits. While the water is treated, residents may want to consider additional filtration.

What contaminants are in Elgin tap water?

4 contaminants have been detected in Elgin's water supply across 106 water systems. See the full contaminant table above for details.

How can I improve my water quality in Elgin?

Install a water filter rated for the specific contaminants found in Elgin's water. See our filter recommendations above. You can also request your utility's Consumer Confidence Report for the most current test results.

Does Elgin have any water quality violations?

Yes, Elgin currently has 80 active violations. See the violations section above for details.