F17/100
TOWN OF MANCHESTER — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 4,954 people · Maryland
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
MD0060006
Violations
56
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 2.60 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.001 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 MANCHESTER
Is TOWN OF MANCHESTER water safe to drink?
TOWN OF MANCHESTER water receives a grade of F (17/100), which is considered failing. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 56 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has TOWN OF MANCHESTER detected?
32 contaminants were tested in TOWN OF MANCHESTER'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 MANCHESTER have any EPA violations?
Yes, TOWN OF MANCHESTER has 56 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2014. Violation types include MR, Other, MCL. 4 are health-based violations.
How many people does TOWN OF MANCHESTER serve?
TOWN OF MANCHESTER serves approximately 4,954 people, Maryland.
What type of water does TOWN OF MANCHESTER provide?
TOWN OF MANCHESTER sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MD0060006.
How does TOWN OF MANCHESTER compare to other utilities in Maryland?
TOWN OF MANCHESTER scores 17/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Maryland state page for a full comparison of water systems.