Water Quality in Newark, DE (19977)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 19977.
Active Health Violations
3 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 75% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
27,704
Population
48
Water Systems
16
Violations (5yr)
3
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (48)
Artesian Water Company
Wilmington Water Department
All resolvedVeolia Water Delaware, Inc
Newark Water Department
Dover Water Department
Smyrna Water Department
Smyrna Rest And Information Center
Holly Hill Estates
Fox Pointe Subdivision
All resolvedBoondocks Restaurant
Ridgewood Manor C/O Rhp Properties
Garrisons Lake Golf Club
Evergreen Post Acute
3 health-basedSambos Tavern
Tarmans Home Made Ice Cream
Half Pint Cafe
Bombay Hook Refuge
The Paddock
Mamie A Warren Center
All resolvedFairways Inn
Thomas England House
Refresh And Refuel
Sussex Comm Action
General Clothing Company
Bulldozers Saloon
Woods Edge I
J & J Mhp
Whisper Inn
Marydel Plaza
Smyrna Christian School & Church
Willis Auto Mall
Loving Care Nursery & Kinderga
Maranatha Court
All resolvedNew Number One
Coma Trailer Court
Countryside Estates
All resolvedWoodland Trailer Court
Conestoga Corp
Woods Edge Ii
Gooch'S Tp C/O Ken Newburg
Whaleys Motel
Grays Trailer Park
Break Away Lounge
Green Farm Staff Train Ctr
Lynn Lee Village
George Wicks Camp
Aquatic Resources Education Center
Fenwick Island Trailer Park
Contaminants Found
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2025
Copper (Cu)
Exceeds limitSampled: Jan 2023
How Does This Compare?
Newark (19977) has more violations than 75% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 16.
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.
Whole House Carbon Filter
A solid baseline for improving overall water quality. Reduces chlorine, sediment, and many common contaminants throughout your entire home.
Targets:Chlorine, Sediment, Taste & Odor
Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 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.