A87/100
SUSSEX SHORES WATER COMPANY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 12,450 people · Delaware
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
DE0000557
Violations
2
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.99 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
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 2016.
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 SUSSEX SHORES WATER COMPANY
Is SUSSEX SHORES WATER COMPANY water safe to drink?
SUSSEX SHORES WATER COMPANY water receives a grade of A (87/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 32 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has SUSSEX SHORES WATER COMPANY detected?
32 contaminants were tested in SUSSEX SHORES WATER COMPANY's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does SUSSEX SHORES WATER COMPANY have any EPA violations?
Yes, SUSSEX SHORES WATER COMPANY has 2 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2016. Violation types include Other, MR.
How many people does SUSSEX SHORES WATER COMPANY serve?
SUSSEX SHORES WATER COMPANY serves approximately 12,450 people, Delaware. The system provides water to 1 community: Bethany Beach.
What type of water does SUSSEX SHORES WATER COMPANY provide?
SUSSEX SHORES WATER COMPANY sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is DE0000557.
How does SUSSEX SHORES WATER COMPANY compare to other utilities in Delaware?
SUSSEX SHORES WATER COMPANY scores 87/100 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.