A90/100
NORTH WEST PUMP DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 4,149 people · Delaware
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
DE00A0347
Violations
3
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 2003.
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 NORTH WEST PUMP DISTRICT
Is NORTH WEST PUMP DISTRICT water safe to drink?
NORTH WEST PUMP DISTRICT water receives a grade of A (90/100), which is considered excellent. 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 NORTH WEST PUMP DISTRICT detected?
31 contaminants were tested in NORTH WEST PUMP DISTRICT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does NORTH WEST PUMP DISTRICT have any EPA violations?
Yes, NORTH WEST PUMP DISTRICT has 3 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2003. Violation types include MCL, Other, MR. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does NORTH WEST PUMP DISTRICT serve?
NORTH WEST PUMP DISTRICT serves approximately 4,149 people, Delaware. The system provides water to 1 community: Middletown.
What type of water does NORTH WEST PUMP DISTRICT provide?
NORTH WEST PUMP DISTRICT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is DE00A0347.
How does NORTH WEST PUMP DISTRICT compare to other utilities in Delaware?
NORTH WEST PUMP DISTRICT scores 90/100 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.