A84/100
BETHANY BAY PUMP DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 51,000 people · Delaware
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
DE0000221
Violations
5
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOS | 0.005 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2009.
Understanding violation severity
Tier 1Urgent health risk. Utility must notify all customers within 24 hours.Tier 2Important health or treatment issue. Customers notified within 30 days.Tier 3Administrative or monitoring issue. Reported in the annual water quality report.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) · Updated quarterly
Frequently Asked Questions About BETHANY BAY PUMP DISTRICT
Is BETHANY BAY PUMP DISTRICT water safe to drink?
BETHANY BAY PUMP DISTRICT water receives a grade of A (84/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 31 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has BETHANY BAY PUMP DISTRICT detected?
31 contaminants were tested in BETHANY BAY PUMP DISTRICT's water. Notable contaminants include PFOS, Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does BETHANY BAY PUMP DISTRICT have any EPA violations?
Yes, BETHANY BAY PUMP DISTRICT has 5 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2009. Violation types include MR, Other.
How many people does BETHANY BAY PUMP DISTRICT serve?
BETHANY BAY PUMP DISTRICT serves approximately 51,000 people, Delaware. The system provides water to 1 community: Millville.
What type of water does BETHANY BAY PUMP DISTRICT provide?
BETHANY BAY PUMP DISTRICT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is DE0000221.
How does BETHANY BAY PUMP DISTRICT compare to other utilities in Delaware?
BETHANY BAY PUMP DISTRICT scores 84/100 with a grade of A (excellent). This places it among the higher-performing utilities in the state. Visit our Delaware state page for a full comparison of water systems.