A80/100
DOVER AIR FORCE BASE — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 11,000 people · Delaware
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
DE0000579
Violations
5
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.004 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2013.
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 DOVER AIR FORCE BASE
Is DOVER AIR FORCE BASE water safe to drink?
DOVER AIR FORCE BASE water receives a grade of A (80/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 38 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has DOVER AIR FORCE BASE detected?
38 contaminants were tested in DOVER AIR FORCE BASE's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does DOVER AIR FORCE BASE have any EPA violations?
Yes, DOVER AIR FORCE BASE has 5 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2013. Violation types include MR, Other, MCL. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does DOVER AIR FORCE BASE serve?
DOVER AIR FORCE BASE serves approximately 11,000 people, Delaware. The system provides water to 1 community: Dover Afb.
What type of water does DOVER AIR FORCE BASE provide?
DOVER AIR FORCE BASE sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is DE0000579.
How does DOVER AIR FORCE BASE compare to other utilities in Delaware?
DOVER AIR FORCE BASE scores 80/100 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.