MONCKS CORNER, S.C. — There’s growing optimism across Berkeley County after the first round of water quality testing tied to a major Santee Cooper water line break has passed state safety standards.
Officials said Thursday that the initial test results met all requirements, marking a key step toward lifting boil water advisories that have impacted thousands of residents since the early-week infrastructure failure.
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According to Santee Cooper, a second round of testing is now underway, with results expected Friday morning. If those results also meet safety standards, local water systems will be cleared to lift their boil water advisories.
“We know this has been a long week for everyone involved,” Santee Cooper officials posted to Facebook, thanking crews who worked through multiple nights to repair the damaged pipe and restore service.
Local governments echoed that cautious optimism while emphasizing that the advisory remains in place for now.
The City of Goose Creek said its Public Works Department was notified that the first sample passed, and a second sample was collected early Thursday morning. Until final clearance is given, residents should still boil their water before use.
Berkeley County officials also confirmed the passing test result, noting that only certain Water and Sanitation customers remain under the advisory — specifically those impacted by Monday’s break.
“Please continue to boil your water before drinking,” county leaders said, adding that customers will be notified immediately once the advisory is lifted.
The Town of Summerville shared a similar message, stating that while the first test met state standards, advisories will remain in effect until a second successful result is confirmed.
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If all goes as expected, officials say residents could see restrictions lifted as early as Friday morning, bringing relief after days of disruptions tied to one of the region’s more significant water system issues in recent months.
