A93/100
TOWN OF FEDERALSBURG — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,450 people · Maryland
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
MD0050002
Violations
4
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
2
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring / Reporting Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: January 1, 2022 – April 5, 2022Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: October 1, 2021 – April 6, 2022Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
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 FEDERALSBURG
Is TOWN OF FEDERALSBURG water safe to drink?
TOWN OF FEDERALSBURG water receives a grade of A (93/100), 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 TOWN OF FEDERALSBURG detected?
1 contaminants were tested in TOWN OF FEDERALSBURG's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does TOWN OF FEDERALSBURG have any EPA violations?
Yes, TOWN OF FEDERALSBURG has 4 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include MR, Other.
How many people does TOWN OF FEDERALSBURG serve?
TOWN OF FEDERALSBURG serves approximately 2,450 people, Maryland.
What type of water does TOWN OF FEDERALSBURG provide?
TOWN OF FEDERALSBURG sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MD0050002.
How does TOWN OF FEDERALSBURG compare to other utilities in Maryland?
TOWN OF FEDERALSBURG 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.