A92/100
MARYLAND AMERICAN WATER COMPANY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 13,200 people · Virginia
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
MD0120003
Violations
1
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
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 1994.
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 MARYLAND AMERICAN WATER COMPANY
Is MARYLAND AMERICAN WATER COMPANY water safe to drink?
MARYLAND AMERICAN WATER COMPANY water receives a grade of A (92/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 69 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has MARYLAND AMERICAN WATER COMPANY detected?
69 contaminants were tested in MARYLAND AMERICAN WATER COMPANY's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does MARYLAND AMERICAN WATER COMPANY have any EPA violations?
Yes, MARYLAND AMERICAN WATER COMPANY has 1 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 1994. Violation types include MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does MARYLAND AMERICAN WATER COMPANY serve?
MARYLAND AMERICAN WATER COMPANY serves approximately 13,200 people, Virginia.
What type of water does MARYLAND AMERICAN WATER COMPANY provide?
MARYLAND AMERICAN WATER COMPANY sources its water from surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is MD0120003.
How does MARYLAND AMERICAN WATER COMPANY compare to other utilities in Virginia?
MARYLAND AMERICAN WATER COMPANY scores 92/100 with a grade of A (excellent). This places it among the higher-performing utilities in the state. Visit our Virginia state page for a full comparison of water systems.