A89/100
REHOBOTH BEACH WATER DEPARTMENT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 25,000 people · Delaware
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
DE0000723
Violations
0
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOA | 0.015 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOS | 0.006 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
This system has a clean compliance history.
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 BEACH WATER DEPARTMENT
Is REHOBOTH BEACH WATER DEPARTMENT water safe to drink?
REHOBOTH BEACH WATER DEPARTMENT water receives a grade of A (89/100), which is considered excellent. 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 REHOBOTH BEACH WATER DEPARTMENT detected?
31 contaminants were tested in REHOBOTH BEACH WATER DEPARTMENT's water. Notable contaminants include PFOA, PFOS. 2 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does REHOBOTH BEACH WATER DEPARTMENT have any EPA violations?
No, REHOBOTH BEACH WATER DEPARTMENT has zero EPA violations on record. This indicates consistent compliance with federal drinking water standards.
How many people does REHOBOTH BEACH WATER DEPARTMENT serve?
REHOBOTH BEACH WATER DEPARTMENT serves approximately 25,000 people, Delaware. The system provides water to 1 community: Rehoboth Beach.
What type of water does REHOBOTH BEACH WATER DEPARTMENT provide?
REHOBOTH BEACH WATER DEPARTMENT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is DE0000723.
How does REHOBOTH BEACH WATER DEPARTMENT compare to other utilities in Delaware?
REHOBOTH BEACH WATER DEPARTMENT scores 89/100 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.