Water Quality in Dover, DE (19958)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 19958.
Active Health Violations
2 health-based violations found in the past 5 years, with at least one still unresolved. Contaminant levels have exceeded federal safety limits. Consider testing your tap water independently.
More violations than 57% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
31,938
Population
54
Water Systems
6
Violations (5yr)
2
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (54)
Rehoboth Pump District (Tui)
Bethany Bay Pump District
Dewey Beach Water Department
Rehoboth Beach Water Department
Lewes Board Of Public Works
Log Cabin Hill T.P. Camp
Angola Beach Estates
All resolvedSteamboat Landing
Holiday Park
Tall Pines Resort Community Sys1
All resolvedHoliday Park I
Cedar Shores Condo Association
Holiday Park Ii
Holiday Pines
Edgewater Trailer Park
Boat Hole Marina
Angola Crest Ii
Laurel Village Mobile Home Park (#2)
Camp Arrowhead System #3
Grotto Pizza South Bethany
Tall Pines Resort Community Sys3
Camp Arrowhead System #2
Marsh Island Golf Club
Mid-Atlantic Family Practice
Seatowne
Beach Babies Day Care
Captain'S Way
Camp Arrowhead System #1
Camp Arrowhead
Holly Lake Mobile Park
Timmons-Evans Mobile Home Park
Camp Arrowhead System #4
Shell We Bounce
1 health-basedSavannah Place Homeowners Assoc
Happy Go Lucky Trailer Court
Tall Pines Resort Community Sys4
Love Creek Boat Marina
Angola Crest I
Child'S Play By The Bay
Little Angels Day Care (#2)
Red Mill Inn
Tall Pines Resort Community Sys2
All resolvedPeaceful Child, Llc
Lewes Senior Citizens Center
Shady Nook Trailer Park
Morning Til Night Day Care
Little Angels Day Care
Lotus Blossom Learning Center
1 health-basedTender Loving Care
Beach Babies Daycare
Holly Oak Acres Cottages
Childrens Beach House
Cape Henlopen State Park
Delaware Guidance Services
Contaminants Found
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Dover (19958) has more violations than 57% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 6.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on health-based violations detected in your area, these filter types are commonly used to address similar contaminants. Consult your water utility's Consumer Confidence Report for the most current data.
Reverse Osmosis System
One of the few filtration methods effective at removing nitrates and nitrites. Essential for households with infants.
Targets:Nitrate, Nitrite, Dissolved Solids
Look for:NSF/ANSI 58 certified
Activated Carbon Filter
Excellent for removing chlorine, chloramine, and disinfection byproducts like THMs and HAAs. Available as pitcher filters, countertop, or under-sink units.
Targets:THMs, HAAs, Chlorine, Chloramine, Taste & Odor
Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 & 53 certified
Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.