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Official Status: March 2026

Is Swansea tap water safe to drink?

✓ Generally Safe
A

Mostly yes — Swansea scores 91/100.

Safety Score
91
out of 100

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Swansea

South Carolina

View South Carolina state report Data updated: Mar 2026

Is Swansea tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — Swansea scores 91/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 2 local systems in Swansea. We found 56 total violations (26 unresolved).

Real-Time Environment

Live: 10:15 PM
0mm Precipitation

☀️ No active precipitation. Rainfall can impact surface water turbidity and pollutant runoff in Swansea.

Water Quality Impact

✅ Minimal Impact Localized weather conditions may influence test result variability.

🛡️ Home Water Treatment Needs

Should you invest in filtration or softening for your home in Swansea?

Requirement Status
Optional
🟢
💡

Expert Advice

Your water quality is excellent. Standard filtration is optional but can further enhance taste.

Buying a Filter?

Wondering if Swansea tap water needs filtering? We break it down.

Baby Formula Safety

Mixing baby formula with Swansea tap water? Read this first.

Homebuyer's Perspective

If you're house-hunting in Swansea, water quality belongs on your due-diligence checklist alongside schools and crime data. The high safety score (91/100) suggests lower risk for plumbing corrosion and appliance scaling.

Property Impact: Positive / Stable

Health & Family Safety

Residents should monitor Lead (90th percentile) levels. Pregnant women and families with young children should consult the specific EPA health goals listed below.

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Compliance Record for Swansea

56
Violations (5yr)
26
Unresolved
1
Contaminants Tracked
0
Exceeding EPA Limit

Based on EPA SDWIS violation records and contaminant test results for all water systems serving Swansea.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Swansea tap water safe to drink?

Mostly yes — Swansea scores 91/100.

How many water systems serve Swansea?

Swansea is served by 2 public water systems in our latest EPA-backed dataset.

How can I check water quality for my exact address in Swansea?

Use the WaterQ search tool to look up your ZIP code and view nearby systems, contaminant levels, and recent violations for Swansea.

What is the water quality score for Swansea?

The water quality score for Swansea is 91 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results across the 2 systems serving the city.

What are the top contaminants in Swansea?

The top contaminants detected in Swansea include Lead (90th percentile). View detailed information on our contaminants page.

Water Quality Score
91/100
Grade
A
Water Systems
2
Population
48,839

Swansea Water Quality Summary

Swansea, SC receives a water quality score of 91/100 (Grade A) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 2 public water systems serving the area.

Swansea's water quality is above the national average, with strong compliance records and low contaminant levels. Residents generally receive clean, safe tap water that meets EPA standards.

Swansea's score of 91 is 2 points above the South Carolina state average of 89, and above the nationwide average of roughly 78/100 across all U.S. states.

Water quality data is sourced from the U.S. EPA SDWIS database and updated quarterly. Learn about our scoring methodology → Read our South Carolina water quality rankings report →

Key Contaminants

Lead (90th percentile)
0.004 / 0.015 mg/L
0 mg/L MCL: 0.015 mg/L

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Water Systems Serving Swansea (2)

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