B75/100
BEACHES WATER CO-OPERATIVE — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,000 people · Maryland
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
MD0040009
Violations
22
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2008.
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 BEACHES WATER CO-OPERATIVE
Is BEACHES WATER CO-OPERATIVE water safe to drink?
BEACHES WATER CO-OPERATIVE water receives a grade of B (75/100), 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 BEACHES WATER CO-OPERATIVE detected?
1 contaminants were tested in BEACHES WATER CO-OPERATIVE's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does BEACHES WATER CO-OPERATIVE have any EPA violations?
Yes, BEACHES WATER CO-OPERATIVE has 22 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2008. Violation types include MR, Other.
How many people does BEACHES WATER CO-OPERATIVE serve?
BEACHES WATER CO-OPERATIVE serves approximately 2,000 people, Maryland.
What type of water does BEACHES WATER CO-OPERATIVE provide?
BEACHES WATER CO-OPERATIVE sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MD0040009.
How does BEACHES WATER CO-OPERATIVE compare to other utilities in Maryland?
BEACHES WATER CO-OPERATIVE scores 75/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our Maryland state page for a full comparison of water systems.