B63/100
SEAFORD WATER DEPARTMENT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 6,699 people · Delaware
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
DE0000246
Violations
9
Contaminant Test Results
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 SEAFORD WATER DEPARTMENT
Is SEAFORD WATER DEPARTMENT water safe to drink?
SEAFORD WATER DEPARTMENT water receives a grade of B (63/100), which is considered good. Out of 31 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has SEAFORD WATER DEPARTMENT detected?
31 contaminants were tested in SEAFORD WATER DEPARTMENT's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does SEAFORD WATER DEPARTMENT have any EPA violations?
Yes, SEAFORD WATER DEPARTMENT has 9 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2020. Violation types include MCL, Other. 7 are health-based violations.
How many people does SEAFORD WATER DEPARTMENT serve?
SEAFORD WATER DEPARTMENT serves approximately 6,699 people, Delaware. The system provides water to 1 community: Seaford.
What type of water does SEAFORD WATER DEPARTMENT provide?
SEAFORD WATER DEPARTMENT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is DE0000246.
How does SEAFORD WATER DEPARTMENT compare to other utilities in Delaware?
SEAFORD WATER DEPARTMENT scores 63/100 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.