South Carolina · 7 community water systems
Lead pipes in Beaufort County, SC
7 community water systems serving Beaufort County reported 0 lead and 18 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 885 of unknown material. The most are in South Island PSD (Sc0720001).
<0.1% of these systems' lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement, lower than the South Carolina average (0.8%) and lower than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 0%
- Galvanized (replace) <0.1%
- Unknown 1.0%
- Non-lead 99%
Water systems serving Beaufort County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Island PSD (Sc0720001)Hilton Head Island | 0 | 18 | 885 | 0.2% |
| Bjw&sa (Sc0720003)Beaufort County | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Hilton Head PSD 1 (0720006)Hilton Head Island | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Fripp Island PSD (Sc0720002)Beaufort County | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Broad Creek PSD (Sc0720009)Beaufort County | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Water Oak Utility Co (Sc0750002)Hilton Head Island | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Harbor Island (Sc0750013)Helena | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Systems that also serve other counties are counted in full. Your water bill names your utility.
What to do if your line is lead or unknown
- Check the pipe where water enters your home.
- Use a filter certified to NSF/ANSI 53 for lead for drinking and cooking.
- Test your water, often free through the utility.
- Ask your utility about free or discounted replacement; most lines must be replaced by December 31, 2037.
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Questions
Does Beaufort County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Beaufort County reported 0 lead and 18 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 885 of unknown material.
Which Beaufort County water systems have the most lead lines?
South Island PSD (Sc0720001) (18).
How do I check my home in Beaufort County?
Find the water system named on your water bill in the table above, open its page and use its address-level inventory. You can also scratch-test the pipe where it enters your home.