B76/100
CITY OF CUMBERLAND — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 27,039 people · Maryland
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
MD0010008
Violations
5
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.63 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
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 2017.
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 CUMBERLAND
Is CITY OF CUMBERLAND water safe to drink?
CITY OF CUMBERLAND water receives a grade of B (76/100), which is considered good. Out of 70 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has CITY OF CUMBERLAND detected?
70 contaminants were tested in CITY OF CUMBERLAND's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CITY OF CUMBERLAND have any EPA violations?
Yes, CITY OF CUMBERLAND has 5 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2017. Violation types include MR, Other, MCL. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does CITY OF CUMBERLAND serve?
CITY OF CUMBERLAND serves approximately 27,039 people, Maryland.
What type of water does CITY OF CUMBERLAND provide?
CITY OF CUMBERLAND sources its water from surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is MD0010008.
How does CITY OF CUMBERLAND compare to other utilities in Maryland?
CITY OF CUMBERLAND scores 76/100 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.