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Greenville’s Water Supply Exposed: The Secret Crisis Undrinking Towns Know About Nestled along South Carolina’s scenic waterways, Greenville has long been celebrated for its vibrant downtown, wirtschaft flyover neighborhoods, and scenic riverfront. Yet beneath its picturesque reputation lies a growing and largely unrecognized crisis: the hidden vulnerabilities in the town’s drinking water supply. Recent investigations have revealed that Greenville’s water infrastructure faces mounting pressure from aging pipes, contamination risks, and climate change—exposing a drinking water vulnerability that many residents may not fully understand. ### The Hidden Flaws in Greenville’s Water System Greenville’s current water system relies on aging infrastructure dating back decades, with underground pipes nearing or past their operational lifespan. According to state assessments, over 40% of distribution mains are more than 50 years old, increasing the risk of leaks, bursts, and contamination event. Unlike major metropolitan areas with continuous investment in modernization, Greenville’s utility has struggled with funding and slow response times to emerging threats.