C47/100
CITY OF TANEYTOWN — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 6,750 people · Maryland
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
MD0060012
Violations
26
Contaminant Test Results
3 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOS | 0.010 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOA | 0.004 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2010.
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 TANEYTOWN
Is CITY OF TANEYTOWN water safe to drink?
CITY OF TANEYTOWN water receives a grade of C (47/100), which is considered fair. 2 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 26 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has CITY OF TANEYTOWN detected?
31 contaminants were tested in CITY OF TANEYTOWN's water. Notable contaminants include PFOS, PFOA, Lead (90th percentile). 2 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 3 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CITY OF TANEYTOWN have any EPA violations?
Yes, CITY OF TANEYTOWN has 26 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2010. Violation types include MR, MCL. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does CITY OF TANEYTOWN serve?
CITY OF TANEYTOWN serves approximately 6,750 people, Maryland.
What type of water does CITY OF TANEYTOWN provide?
CITY OF TANEYTOWN sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MD0060012.
How does CITY OF TANEYTOWN compare to other utilities in Maryland?
CITY OF TANEYTOWN scores 47/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our Maryland state page for a full comparison of water systems.