Water Quality in Dover, DE (19970)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 19970.
Past Health-Based Violations
2 health-based violations were 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 57% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
8,524
Population
36
Water Systems
6
Violations (5yr)
2
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (36)
Rehoboth Pump District (Tui)
Bethany Bay Pump District
Dewey Beach Water Department
Rehoboth Beach Water Department
Ocean View Water Department
Mr. Natural Bottled Water
Bayshore Mobile Home Park
All resolvedSandy Cove Camping Area
Pine Tree Campsites
Pine Tree Campsites
The Fat Tuna
Bethany Townhouse Marina
Old Mill Crab House
Pine Tree Campsites (System 2)
Quillens Point
All resolvedMagnolias Restaurant And Lounge
Bethany Crest Llc
1 health-basedChit Chats Restaurant
Bethany Club Tennis
Ocean View Station
Hocker'S Super Center
Hockers Super Center
Vines Creek Mobile Home Park
Cottages On White Creek
Village Square Academy Learning Center
1 health-basedChit Chats Ii
Magnolia'S Rest. & Lounge
Lynn'S Chicken & Cheese
Hodge Podge Sandwiches
Sandy Cove Condiminum
Pat'S Place
Mickey'S Place
Murray'S Topside
Kwik Chef
Hickmans Produce & Crabs
Bay Club Clubhouse
Contaminants Found
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2024
How Does This Compare?
Dover (19970) 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.