A87/100
TOWN OF DELMAR — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 4,500 people · Maryland
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
MD0220001
Violations
2
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 5.13 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
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 2014.
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 TOWN OF DELMAR
Is TOWN OF DELMAR water safe to drink?
TOWN OF DELMAR water receives a grade of A (87/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 32 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has TOWN OF DELMAR detected?
32 contaminants were tested in TOWN OF DELMAR's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does TOWN OF DELMAR have any EPA violations?
Yes, TOWN OF DELMAR has 2 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2014. Violation types include MR.
How many people does TOWN OF DELMAR serve?
TOWN OF DELMAR serves approximately 4,500 people, Maryland.
What type of water does TOWN OF DELMAR provide?
TOWN OF DELMAR sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MD0220001.
How does TOWN OF DELMAR compare to other utilities in Maryland?
TOWN OF DELMAR scores 87/100 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.