B69/100
REHOBOTH BAY COMMUNITY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,575 people · Delaware
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
DE0000645
Violations
8
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 2018.
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 REHOBOTH BAY COMMUNITY
Is REHOBOTH BAY COMMUNITY water safe to drink?
REHOBOTH BAY COMMUNITY water receives a grade of B (69/100), which is considered good. 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 REHOBOTH BAY COMMUNITY detected?
1 contaminants were tested in REHOBOTH BAY COMMUNITY's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does REHOBOTH BAY COMMUNITY have any EPA violations?
Yes, REHOBOTH BAY COMMUNITY has 8 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2018. Violation types include Other, MCL. 5 are health-based violations.
How many people does REHOBOTH BAY COMMUNITY serve?
REHOBOTH BAY COMMUNITY serves approximately 1,575 people, Delaware. The system provides water to 1 community: Rehoboth Beach.
What type of water does REHOBOTH BAY COMMUNITY provide?
REHOBOTH BAY COMMUNITY sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is DE0000645.
How does REHOBOTH BAY COMMUNITY compare to other utilities in Delaware?
REHOBOTH BAY COMMUNITY scores 69/100 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.