A93/100
SAM HILL ESTATES — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,036 people · Maryland
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
MD0100040
Violations
1
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
chlorate | 530.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 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 SAM HILL ESTATES
Is SAM HILL ESTATES water safe to drink?
SAM HILL ESTATES water receives a grade of A (93/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 27 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has SAM HILL ESTATES detected?
27 contaminants were tested in SAM HILL ESTATES's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile), chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does SAM HILL ESTATES have any EPA violations?
Yes, SAM HILL ESTATES has 1 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2008. Violation types include MR.
How many people does SAM HILL ESTATES serve?
SAM HILL ESTATES serves approximately 1,036 people, Maryland.
What type of water does SAM HILL ESTATES provide?
SAM HILL ESTATES sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MD0100040.
How does SAM HILL ESTATES compare to other utilities in Maryland?
SAM HILL ESTATES scores 93/100 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.