Water Quality in La Plata, MD (20637)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 20637.
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 19 monitoring/reporting violations.
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.
6,133
Population
24
Water Systems
20
Violations (5yr)
1
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (24)
Waldorf - Charles County Dpw
All resolvedHughesville Quik Shop Sunoco
Hughesville Baptist Church
Southern Md Electric Cooperative
Carroll Victoria Lodge - Huntingtown
1 health-basedJimmys Corner Store
All resolvedIndependence Water Co Inc
Loveville Acres&King Kennedy E
Loveville Acres King-Kennedy E
Hughesville Shelter/ Angel Watch
Camp Winona
All resolvedAmerican Legion Post #238
Toyes Inn
Quade Catering
Tri-Co Alt. For Youth Grad. Hs
Church Of The Lords Disciples- Residence
Plater'S Tavern
Williams Package Goods
Mitchells Tavern
Phils Place
All resolvedShady Oaks Of Serenity
Allens Acres
Island Creek Community Center
Church Of The Lords Disciples
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
How Does This Compare?
La Plata (20637) has more violations than 75% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 20.
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
Highly effective at removing heavy metals, dissolved solids, and a wide range of contaminants. Recommended for homes with lead or arsenic concerns.
Targets:Lead, Copper, Arsenic, Mercury, Cadmium
Look for:NSF/ANSI 58 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.