South Carolina · 5 community water systems
Lead pipes in Berkeley County, SC
5 community water systems serving Berkeley County reported 0 lead and 83 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 15,315 of unknown material. The most are in Bcwsa East Cooper (Sc0820009).
0.4% 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) 0.4%
- Unknown 66%
- Non-lead 34%
Water systems serving Berkeley County
| Water system | Lead | Galv. | Unknown | % lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bcwsa East Cooper (Sc0820009)Moncks Corner | 0 | 81 | 431 | 16% |
| Goose Creek City of (Sc0810004)Goose Creek | 0 | 1 | 4,846 | <0.1% |
| Bcwsa Sineath MHP (0850018)Ladson | 0 | 1 | 0 | 14% |
| Bcwsa Sangaree W/D (0820002)Moncks Corner | 0 | 0 | 8,408 | 0% |
| City of Moncks CornerMoncks Corner | 0 | 0 | 1,630 | 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 Berkeley County have lead pipes?
Yes. Water systems serving Berkeley County reported 0 lead and 83 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines, plus 15,315 of unknown material.
Which Berkeley County water systems have the most lead lines?
Bcwsa East Cooper (Sc0820009) (81), Goose Creek City of (Sc0810004) (1), Bcwsa Sineath MHP (0850018) (1).
How do I check my home in Berkeley 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.