A91/100
WALDORF - CHARLES COUNTY DPW — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 84,296 people · Maryland
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
MD0080049
Violations
9
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Failed to issue ongoing public notification
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 1, 2023 – October 24, 2023Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: 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 WALDORF - CHARLES COUNTY DPW
Is WALDORF - CHARLES COUNTY DPW water safe to drink?
WALDORF - CHARLES COUNTY DPW water receives a grade of A (91/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 69 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has WALDORF - CHARLES COUNTY DPW detected?
69 contaminants were tested in WALDORF - CHARLES COUNTY DPW's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does WALDORF - CHARLES COUNTY DPW have any EPA violations?
Yes, WALDORF - CHARLES COUNTY DPW has 9 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include MR.
How many people does WALDORF - CHARLES COUNTY DPW serve?
WALDORF - CHARLES COUNTY DPW serves approximately 84,296 people, Maryland.
What type of water does WALDORF - CHARLES COUNTY DPW provide?
WALDORF - CHARLES COUNTY DPW sources its water from purchased surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is MD0080049.
How does WALDORF - CHARLES COUNTY DPW compare to other utilities in Maryland?
WALDORF - CHARLES COUNTY DPW scores 91/100 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.