A95/100
CITY OF CAMBRIDGE WATER — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 15,000 people · Maryland
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
MD0090002
Violations
2
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.004 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2013.
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 CITY OF CAMBRIDGE WATER
Is CITY OF CAMBRIDGE WATER water safe to drink?
CITY OF CAMBRIDGE WATER water receives a grade of A (95/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 66 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has CITY OF CAMBRIDGE WATER detected?
66 contaminants were tested in CITY OF CAMBRIDGE WATER's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CITY OF CAMBRIDGE WATER have any EPA violations?
Yes, CITY OF CAMBRIDGE WATER has 2 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2013. Violation types include Other, MR.
How many people does CITY OF CAMBRIDGE WATER serve?
CITY OF CAMBRIDGE WATER serves approximately 15,000 people, Maryland.
What type of water does CITY OF CAMBRIDGE WATER provide?
CITY OF CAMBRIDGE WATER sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MD0090002.
How does CITY OF CAMBRIDGE WATER compare to other utilities in Maryland?
CITY OF CAMBRIDGE WATER scores 95/100 with a grade of A (excellent). This places it among the higher-performing utilities in the state. Visit our Maryland state page for a full comparison of water systems.