B60/100
TOWN OF HAMPSTEAD — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 6,600 people · Maryland
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
MD0060003
Violations
5
Contaminant Test Results
4 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.66 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
PFOA | 0.009 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOS | 0.006 µg/L | 0.004 µg/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 2015.
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 HAMPSTEAD
Is TOWN OF HAMPSTEAD water safe to drink?
TOWN OF HAMPSTEAD water receives a grade of B (60/100), which is considered good. Out of 32 contaminants tested, 3 exceed EPA legal limits. 4 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has TOWN OF HAMPSTEAD detected?
32 contaminants were tested in TOWN OF HAMPSTEAD's water. Notable contaminants include PFOA, PFOS, Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 3 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 4 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does TOWN OF HAMPSTEAD have any EPA violations?
Yes, TOWN OF HAMPSTEAD has 5 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2015. Violation types include MR, MCL. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does TOWN OF HAMPSTEAD serve?
TOWN OF HAMPSTEAD serves approximately 6,600 people, Maryland.
What type of water does TOWN OF HAMPSTEAD provide?
TOWN OF HAMPSTEAD sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MD0060003.
How does TOWN OF HAMPSTEAD compare to other utilities in Maryland?
TOWN OF HAMPSTEAD scores 60/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our Maryland state page for a full comparison of water systems.