Tap water quality for ZIP 29483
14 community water systems linked to this ZIP, largest first.
⚠ Some links below are based on the utility's mailing address, not its mapped service area, and may be approximate.
What this means for you in ZIP 29483
- Is it safe to drink right now?
- Based on the latest EPA data, Charleston Water System has no unresolved health-based violations from the past year. Water that meets federal standards is generally considered safe to drink for most healthy people.
- Should I use a filter?
- Yes, we recommend considering one. Average PFOA and PFOS was above the 4 ppt federal limit (compliance deadline April 2029).
- What kind of filter?
- For PFAS, look for NSF/ANSI 53 (with an explicit PFOA/PFOS or total PFAS claim) or NSF/ANSI 58 reverse osmosis. See matched standards and product picks.
This is general information from public EPA data, not medical advice. Lead often comes from a home’s own pipes, so only a test of your tap can tell your exposure. If you are pregnant, caring for an infant, or have a weakened immune system, ask your doctor or health department.
Shown for the largest system linked to this ZIP. Check your water bill to confirm your provider.
Filters matched to Charleston Water System
FILTER PICKS
Look for filters certified (NSF, IAPMO or WQA) to these standards for the specific contaminant. Buttons open the maker’s page or an Amazon search; use “Check NSF listing” to verify a model’s claims. No affiliate links yet — grades are never sold.
PFOA
NSF/ANSI 53 (PFOA/PFOS claim)NSF/ANSI 58 (RO)Aquasana Claryum or OptimH2O (PFAS claim) ~$100–350
Aquasana under-sink lineup; must list PFOA/PFOS on the certificate — check before buying.
View on Aquasana → Check NSF listing · Not an affiliate link · disclosure
Clearly Filtered Pitcher (PFAS claim) ~$110
Pitcher option with published PFAS reduction claims; verify NSF/IAPMO listing.
View on Clearly Filtered → Check NSF listing · Not an affiliate link · disclosure
Waterdrop G3 / G3P600 RO ~$300–500
Tankless RO; RO broadly reduces nitrate, fluoride, arsenic and many PFAS — confirm the certificate lists yours.
Search on Amazon → Check NSF listing · Not an affiliate link · disclosure
PFOS
NSF/ANSI 53 (PFOA/PFOS claim)NSF/ANSI 58 (RO)Aquasana Claryum or OptimH2O (PFAS claim) ~$100–350
Aquasana under-sink lineup; must list PFOA/PFOS on the certificate — check before buying.
View on Aquasana → Check NSF listing · Not an affiliate link · disclosure
Clearly Filtered Pitcher (PFAS claim) ~$110
Pitcher option with published PFAS reduction claims; verify NSF/IAPMO listing.
View on Clearly Filtered → Check NSF listing · Not an affiliate link · disclosure
Waterdrop G3 / G3P600 RO ~$300–500
Tankless RO; RO broadly reduces nitrate, fluoride, arsenic and many PFAS — confirm the certificate lists yours.
Search on Amazon → Check NSF listing · Not an affiliate link · disclosure
Chlorine/chloramine taste
NSF/ANSI 42Aquasana Clean Water Pitcher ~$35
Pitcher for chlorine taste/odor; check the NSF/ANSI 42 listing for the exact model.
Search on Amazon → Check NSF listing · Not an affiliate link · disclosure
Brita Elite Filter ~$20–40
Common faucet/pitcher option; confirm the 42 claim on the box.
View on Brita → Check NSF listing · Not an affiliate link · disclosure
Annual water quality report
Utilities must publish a Consumer Confidence Report every year by July 1. Find it on the utility’s website or ask them directly; EPA explains how. · Full report →
Water systems for this ZIP
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Charleston Water System
Serves 278,771 people · Surface water · Full report →
2 health-based violations in the last 5 years; PFOA/PFOS average above the 4 ppt federal limit: PFOA, PFOS; Lead 90th percentile below the action level (2024).
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Summerville Cpw
Serves 81,750 people · Surface water · Full report →
No health-based violations in the last 5 years; PFOA/PFOS average above the 4 ppt federal limit: PFOS, PFOA; Lead 90th percentile below the action level (2023).
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Dcwa Knightsville
Serves 40,141 people · Surface water · Full report →
No health-based violations in the last 5 years; PFOA/PFOS average above the 4 ppt federal limit: PFOA, PFOS; Lead 90th percentile below the action level (2023).
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Dcwa Calomet Valley (1850009)
Serves 275 people · Surface water · Full report →
No health-based violations in the last 5 years; PFOA/PFOS average above the 4 ppt federal limit: PFOS; Lead 90th percentile below the action level (2024).
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Town of Lincolnville
Serves 1,980 people · Surface water · Full report →
No health-based violations in the last 5 years; 12 monitoring/reporting violations; 1 not yet resolved; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file; Lead 90th percentile below the action level (2024).
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Dcws/Clay Field Drive
Serves 1,648 people · Surface water · Full report →
No health-based violations in the last 5 years; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file; Lead 90th percentile below the action level (2023).
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Lieber Correctional Institute (1870050)
Serves 1,646 people · Groundwater · Full report →
No health-based violations in the last 5 years; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file; Lead 90th percentile below the action level (2023).
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Ridgeville Industrial Campus
Serves 999 people · Groundwater · Full report →
No health-based violations in the last 5 years; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file; Lead 90th percentile below the action level (2026).
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Homecoming Subdivision
Serves 883 people · Surface water · Full report →
No health-based violations in the last 5 years; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file; Lead 90th percentile below the action level (2025).
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Macdougall Correctional Inst
Serves 790 people · Groundwater · Full report →
No health-based violations in the last 5 years; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file; Lead 90th percentile below the action level (2023).
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Heron's Walk Phase 1
Serves 231 people · Surface water · Full report →
No health-based violations in the last 5 years; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file; Lead 90th percentile below the action level (2025).
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DCWS Highway 17a
Serves 200 people · Groundwater · Full report →
No health-based violations in the last 5 years; 2 monitoring/reporting violations; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file; Lead 90th percentile below the action level (2024).
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DCWS Caleb Court
Serves 156 people · Surface water · Full report →
No health-based violations in the last 5 years; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file; Lead 90th percentile below the action level (2023).
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Sandy Run MHP
Serves 41 people · Groundwater · Full report →
7 health-based violations in the last 5 years; 1 monitoring/reporting violation; 1 not yet resolved; No UCMR 5 PFAS results on file; Lead 90th percentile below the action level (2023).
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