A81/100
GEORGETOWN WATER DEPARTMENT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 7,259 people · Delaware
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
DE0000592
Violations
0
Contaminant Test Results
3 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFNA | 0.020 µg/L | 0.010 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOS | 0.013 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOA | 0.012 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
This system has a clean compliance history.
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 GEORGETOWN WATER DEPARTMENT
Is GEORGETOWN WATER DEPARTMENT water safe to drink?
GEORGETOWN WATER DEPARTMENT water receives a grade of A (81/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 51 contaminants tested, 3 exceed EPA legal limits. 3 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has GEORGETOWN WATER DEPARTMENT detected?
51 contaminants were tested in GEORGETOWN WATER DEPARTMENT's water. Notable contaminants include PFOS, PFOA, PFNA. 3 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 3 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does GEORGETOWN WATER DEPARTMENT have any EPA violations?
No, GEORGETOWN WATER DEPARTMENT has zero EPA violations on record. This indicates consistent compliance with federal drinking water standards.
How many people does GEORGETOWN WATER DEPARTMENT serve?
GEORGETOWN WATER DEPARTMENT serves approximately 7,259 people, Delaware. The system provides water to 1 community: Georgetown.
What type of water does GEORGETOWN WATER DEPARTMENT provide?
GEORGETOWN WATER DEPARTMENT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is DE0000592.
How does GEORGETOWN WATER DEPARTMENT compare to other utilities in Delaware?
GEORGETOWN WATER DEPARTMENT scores 81/100 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.