Water Quality in Chester, SC
22 water systems serving 16,219 people
City Overview
Average lead detection across Chester water systems is 1.1 ppb (Low). The EPA action level is 15 ppb.
Violation Summary
| Total violations on record | 267 |
| Health-based violations | 60 |
| Lead action level violations | 0 |
| Open (unresolved) violations | 0 |
Water Systems in Chester
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Chester tap water safe to drink?
Chester tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants. Review the individual water system pages below for the latest lead sample results and violation history.
What is the water quality in Chester, South Carolina?
Chester has 22 public water systems serving approximately 16,219 people. The average lead level across sampled systems is 1.1 ppb. There are 267 total violations on record.
Does Chester have lead in the water?
EPA monitoring data shows an average lead detection of 1.1 ppb across Chester's water systems. The EPA action level is 15 ppb. No lead action level violations are currently reported.
How many water utilities serve Chester?
22 public water systems are registered in Chester, South Carolina with the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System. Together they serve approximately 16,219 people.