A96/100
COUNTRY LAKES — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 3,016 people · Maryland
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
MD0180023
Violations
4
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
3
Violations (last 5yr)
3
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Unresolved
Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: January 1, 2024 – December 31, 2024Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Unresolved
Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: January 1, 2024 – December 31, 2024Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Unresolved
Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: September 1, 2022 – August 31, 2023Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
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 COUNTRY LAKES
Is COUNTRY LAKES water safe to drink?
COUNTRY LAKES water receives a grade of A (96/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has COUNTRY LAKES detected?
1 contaminants were tested in COUNTRY LAKES's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does COUNTRY LAKES have any EPA violations?
Yes, COUNTRY LAKES has 4 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include MR.
How many people does COUNTRY LAKES serve?
COUNTRY LAKES serves approximately 3,016 people, Maryland.
What type of water does COUNTRY LAKES provide?
COUNTRY LAKES sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MD0180023.
How does COUNTRY LAKES compare to other utilities in Maryland?
COUNTRY LAKES scores 96/100 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.