Pickens, SC 29671

4 water systems • 25,367 residents

Excellent water quality with minimal contaminants

A

Score: 84/100

Graded on EPA violations, contaminants, severity, compliance, and enforcement history. See methodology.

Data updated June 2026 • Sources: EPA ECHO and EPA Envirofacts

14

Contaminants Detected

68

Violations on Record

20

Health-Based Violations

0

Recent Violations

Grade Breakdown

Contaminant Count11 / 25
Violation History23 / 25
Contaminant Severity19 / 25
System Compliance0 / 15
Enforcement History0 / 10
Total Score84%

84 / 100 points

Recommended Water Filters

  • ✓Point-of-Use Carbon Filter (NSF-certified for lead)
  • ✓Reverse Osmosis or Ion Exchange Filter
  • ✓Ultraviolet (UV) Purification
  • ✓Activated Carbon Filter (disinfection byproducts)
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Pickens vs SC & National Average

Detected Contaminants

14 contaminants detected across water systems serving this ZIP code

ContaminantCategory
NitrateAgricultural
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)Disinfection Byproduct
TTHMDisinfection Byproduct
BariumHeavy Metal
CadmiumHeavy Metal
ChromiumHeavy Metal
Lead and Copper RuleHeavy Metal
MercuryHeavy Metal
SeleniumHeavy Metal
Coliform (TCR)Microorganism
CARBON, TOTALOther
ChlorineOther
Consumer Confidence RuleOther
Surface Water Treatment RuleOther

Water System Information

Systems Serving This ZIP:
BETHLEHEM-ROANOKE W/D (SC3920003), DACUSVILLE-CEDAR ROCK WT CO (SC3920008), ROCK POINT HOA (SC3950007), PICKENS WTP (SC3910001)
Population Served:
25,367
Systems With Violations:
4 of 4
Major Violations:
18
Enforcement Actions:
63

Nearby Areas

29634

Clemson • 1.8 mi away

B

29640

Easley • 4.4 mi away

A

29641

Easley • 5.4 mi away

B

29657

Liberty • 6.2 mi away

B

29682

Six Mile • 6.9 mi away

A

29667

Norris • 8.1 mi away

A

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the grade mean?

Our A–F grade ranks this ZIP code's water quality against every other analyzed ZIP in the country, based on EPA data. A = among the best, F = among the most troubled.

Is my tap water safe to drink?

Water systems regulated by the EPA must comply with Safe Drinking Water Act standards. However, if you're concerned about water quality, consider a water filter appropriate for your contaminants.

How often is the data updated?

We update our data quarterly with the latest EPA ECHO and Envirofacts data. Historical violations are tracked to identify patterns.

What filters do you recommend?

Filter recommendations are based on detected contaminants in your area. See our Filter Guide for detailed information about different filter types.