A81/100
CITY OF HAGERSTOWN — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 92,200 people · Maryland
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
MD0210010
Violations
4
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 2015.
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 HAGERSTOWN
Is CITY OF HAGERSTOWN water safe to drink?
CITY OF HAGERSTOWN water receives a grade of A (81/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 69 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 HAGERSTOWN detected?
69 contaminants were tested in CITY OF HAGERSTOWN's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CITY OF HAGERSTOWN have any EPA violations?
Yes, CITY OF HAGERSTOWN has 4 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2015. Violation types include MCL, MR, TT. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does CITY OF HAGERSTOWN serve?
CITY OF HAGERSTOWN serves approximately 92,200 people, Maryland.
What type of water does CITY OF HAGERSTOWN provide?
CITY OF HAGERSTOWN 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 MD0210010.
How does CITY OF HAGERSTOWN compare to other utilities in Maryland?
CITY OF HAGERSTOWN scores 81/100 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.