B66/100
LONG NECK WATER COMPANY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 11,000 people · Delaware
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
DE0000625
Violations
7
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2004.
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 LONG NECK WATER COMPANY
Is LONG NECK WATER COMPANY water safe to drink?
LONG NECK WATER COMPANY water receives a grade of B (66/100), which is considered good. Out of 31 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has LONG NECK WATER COMPANY detected?
31 contaminants were tested in LONG NECK WATER COMPANY's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does LONG NECK WATER COMPANY have any EPA violations?
Yes, LONG NECK WATER COMPANY has 7 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2004. Violation types include MCL, Other. 6 are health-based violations.
How many people does LONG NECK WATER COMPANY serve?
LONG NECK WATER COMPANY serves approximately 11,000 people, Delaware. The system provides water to 1 community: Millsboro.
What type of water does LONG NECK WATER COMPANY provide?
LONG NECK WATER COMPANY sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is DE0000625.
How does LONG NECK WATER COMPANY compare to other utilities in Delaware?
LONG NECK WATER COMPANY scores 66/100 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.