A88/100
CITY OF CRISFIELD — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,976 people · Maryland
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
MD0190001
Violations
5
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
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 CITY OF CRISFIELD
Is CITY OF CRISFIELD water safe to drink?
CITY OF CRISFIELD water receives a grade of A (88/100), which is considered excellent. 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 CITY OF CRISFIELD detected?
1 contaminants were tested in CITY OF CRISFIELD's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CITY OF CRISFIELD have any EPA violations?
Yes, CITY OF CRISFIELD has 5 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2020. Violation types include MR, Other, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does CITY OF CRISFIELD serve?
CITY OF CRISFIELD serves approximately 2,976 people, Maryland.
What type of water does CITY OF CRISFIELD provide?
CITY OF CRISFIELD sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MD0190001.
How does CITY OF CRISFIELD compare to other utilities in Maryland?
CITY OF CRISFIELD scores 88/100 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.