Water Quality in Dover, DE (19968)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 19968.
Past Health-Based Violations
1 health-based violation was found in the past 5 years, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. All have since been resolved. There are also 4 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 53% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
15,486
Population
29
Water Systems
5
Violations (5yr)
1
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (29)
Rehoboth Pump District (Tui)
Bethany Bay Pump District
Dewey Beach Water Department
Rehoboth Beach Water Department
Milton Water Department
Steamboat Landing System 1
Eagles Nest Fellowship Church
Smith Landing System 1
Deep Branch Family Campground
Steamboat Landing System 2
Country Corners Market
Stixs
Surfing Crab
Draper King Cole Canning
Savannah Rd. Center
Eagles Nest Day Care
Clifton Canning Company
Shells Learning Center Iii
All resolvedAcelero Learning Delaware
Children & Families First - Cool Springs
Brumbley'S Family Park
All resolvedMilton Day Care Center
Smith Landing System 2
1 health-basedKristins Care And Learning Center
Childrens Center, The
Broad Creek Landing Campground
Shells Childcare Center Ii
All resolvedDj'S Properties, Llc. (Milton)
Hood'S Daycare
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
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: Jul 2024
How Does This Compare?
Dover (19968) has more violations than 53% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 5.
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.
UV Water Purifier
Uses ultraviolet light to neutralize bacteria, viruses, and parasites without chemicals. Ideal for homes with microbial contamination concerns.
Targets:E. coli, Coliform, Giardia, Cryptosporidium
Look for:NSF/ANSI 55 (Class A) 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.