Isle of Palms, South Carolina Water Quality Report
Water quality data for 1 water system serving 9,530 people.
Water Source
Detected Contaminants
| Contaminant | Detected Level | EPA Limit (MCL) | Health Guideline | % of Limit | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| lithium | 26.0 | No federal limit | 10.0 ug/L(EPA/USGS HBSL) | 260% | Above guideline |
| PFBA | 0.007 | No federal limit | 1000.0 ug/L(EWG) | 0% | Below guideline |
| PFBS | 0.004 | No federal limit | 2000.0 ug/L(EPA Health Advisory) | 0% | Below guideline |
| PFHpA | 0.003 | No federal limit | 1000.0 ug/L(EWG) | 0% | Below guideline |
| PFHxA | 0.005 | No federal limit | 1000.0 ug/L(EWG) | 0% | Below guideline |
| PFOA | 0.006 | 0.004 ug/L | 0.090 ug/L(EWG) | 143% | Above limit |
| PFOS | 0.008 | 0.004 ug/L | 0.300 ug/L(EWG) | 200% | Above limit |
| PFPeA | 0.007 | No federal limit | 1000.0 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
Active Violations (3)
Violation
Unknown
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Unknown
Violation
Unknown
Resolved Violations (29)
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+ 24 more resolved violations
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Isle of Palms tap water safe to drink?
Isle of Palms's water has 2 contaminants detected above EPA limits. While the water is treated, residents may want to consider additional filtration.
What contaminants are in Isle of Palms tap water?
8 contaminants have been detected in Isle of Palms's water supply across 1 water system. See the full contaminant table above for details.
How can I improve my water quality in Isle of Palms?
Install a water filter rated for the specific contaminants found in Isle of Palms's water. See our filter recommendations above. You can also request your utility's Consumer Confidence Report for the most current test results.
Does Isle of Palms have any water quality violations?
Yes, Isle of Palms currently has 3 active violations. See the violations section above for details.