A91/100
DEWEY BEACH WATER DEPARTMENT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 31,000 people · Delaware
Water Source
Purchased Groundwater
County
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System ID
DE0000825
Violations
1
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOA | 0.011 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
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 DEWEY BEACH WATER DEPARTMENT
Is DEWEY BEACH WATER DEPARTMENT water safe to drink?
DEWEY BEACH WATER DEPARTMENT water receives a grade of A (91/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 31 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has DEWEY BEACH WATER DEPARTMENT detected?
31 contaminants were tested in DEWEY BEACH WATER DEPARTMENT's water. Notable contaminants include PFOA. 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does DEWEY BEACH WATER DEPARTMENT have any EPA violations?
Yes, DEWEY BEACH WATER DEPARTMENT has 1 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2009. Violation types include MR.
How many people does DEWEY BEACH WATER DEPARTMENT serve?
DEWEY BEACH WATER DEPARTMENT serves approximately 31,000 people, Delaware. The system provides water to 1 community: Dewey Beach.
What type of water does DEWEY BEACH WATER DEPARTMENT provide?
DEWEY BEACH WATER DEPARTMENT sources its water from purchased groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is DE0000825.
How does DEWEY BEACH WATER DEPARTMENT compare to other utilities in Delaware?
DEWEY BEACH WATER DEPARTMENT scores 91/100 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.