About South Carolina Water Utilities 

South Carolina Water Utilities is a private, regulated water and wastewater utility delivering vital, safe and reliable services which enable our communities to thrive. We provide essential services across 18 counties in South Carolina.

But our commitment goes beyond providing essential utility services. We care about the health and wellbeing of our customers, employees, and our environment. And we actively contribute to the communities where we live and work. This commitment is expressed in Our Mission & Values.

You can learn more about us and the work we do in your community by following our News page.

Your Utility at a Glance

South Carolina Water Utilities has been providing utility services for nearly 50 years, and all our activities are regulated by the South Carolina Public Service Commission and South Carolina Department of  Environmental Services. We employ utilities professionals who are members of the community, and our head office is located in Columbia.

Drinking Water Infrastructure

Wastewater Infrastructure

Investing in Your Utility

We're committed (and obligated by regulators) to invest in older systems to bring them up to modern standards, and maintaining all systems in optimal operating condition through upgrade and replacement programs.

Even the smallest utility systems require significant investments. But unlike other public infrastructure — roads, bridges, airports, transit, etc. — most water and wastewater infrastructure is never seen, yet we rely on it 24/7. Learn more about how utility systems work.

Our Service Areas

We provide utility services to these South Carolina communities.