A96/100
DEEP CREEK LAKE WATER SERVICE AREA — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 5,502 people · Maryland
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
MD1111096
Violations
1
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
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 2008.
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 DEEP CREEK LAKE WATER SERVICE AREA
Is DEEP CREEK LAKE WATER SERVICE AREA water safe to drink?
DEEP CREEK LAKE WATER SERVICE AREA water receives a grade of A (96/100), 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 DEEP CREEK LAKE WATER SERVICE AREA detected?
1 contaminants were tested in DEEP CREEK LAKE WATER SERVICE AREA's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does DEEP CREEK LAKE WATER SERVICE AREA have any EPA violations?
Yes, DEEP CREEK LAKE WATER SERVICE AREA has 1 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2008. Violation types include Other.
How many people does DEEP CREEK LAKE WATER SERVICE AREA serve?
DEEP CREEK LAKE WATER SERVICE AREA serves approximately 5,502 people, Maryland.
What type of water does DEEP CREEK LAKE WATER SERVICE AREA provide?
DEEP CREEK LAKE WATER SERVICE AREA sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MD1111096.
How does DEEP CREEK LAKE WATER SERVICE AREA compare to other utilities in Maryland?
DEEP CREEK LAKE WATER SERVICE AREA 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.