A91/100
MILTON WATER DEPARTMENT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 3,200 people · Delaware
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
DE0000629
Violations
6
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.007 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2020.
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 MILTON WATER DEPARTMENT
Is MILTON WATER DEPARTMENT water safe to drink?
MILTON WATER DEPARTMENT water receives a grade of A (91/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has MILTON WATER DEPARTMENT detected?
1 contaminants were tested in MILTON WATER DEPARTMENT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does MILTON WATER DEPARTMENT have any EPA violations?
Yes, MILTON WATER DEPARTMENT has 6 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2020. Violation types include Other, MR.
How many people does MILTON WATER DEPARTMENT serve?
MILTON WATER DEPARTMENT serves approximately 3,200 people, Delaware. The system provides water to 1 community: Milton.
What type of water does MILTON WATER DEPARTMENT provide?
MILTON WATER DEPARTMENT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is DE0000629.
How does MILTON WATER DEPARTMENT compare to other utilities in Delaware?
MILTON 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.