B79/100
LEWES BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 9,627 people · Delaware
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
DE0000602
Violations
5
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.023 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Over Limit |
PFOS | 0.005 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2015.
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 LEWES BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS
Is LEWES BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS water safe to drink?
LEWES BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS water receives a grade of B (79/100), which is considered good. Out of 31 contaminants tested, 2 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has LEWES BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS detected?
31 contaminants were tested in LEWES BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile), PFOS. 2 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does LEWES BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS have any EPA violations?
Yes, LEWES BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS has 5 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2015. Violation types include Other, MR.
How many people does LEWES BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS serve?
LEWES BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS serves approximately 9,627 people, Delaware. The system provides water to 1 community: Lewes.
What type of water does LEWES BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS provide?
LEWES BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is DE0000602.
How does LEWES BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS compare to other utilities in Delaware?
LEWES BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS scores 79/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our Delaware state page for a full comparison of water systems.