Water Quality in La Plata, MD (20658)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 20658.
Active Health Violations
1 health-based violation 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 77% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
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Population
15
Water Systems
19
Violations (5yr)
1
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (15)
Waldorf - Charles County Dpw
All resolvedDu Mar Estates Water Company
1 health-basedSmallwood State Park Concession Area- W7
Pisgah United Methodist Church
All resolvedSmallwood St Pk Family Campground (W4)
All resolvedSmallwood State Pk Discover/ Marina (W5)
Gray Brothers Grocery Store
Marbury Est-Dumar Est Wtr Co I
Grinders Liquors
All resolvedMarbury Church Of God
All resolvedSmallwood State Park Barn/ Museum (W10)
Coby'S Tavern
Marbury Baptist Church
Smallwood State Park Well # 8
Smallwood State Park Well # 3
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2022
How Does This Compare?
La Plata (20658) has more violations than 77% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 19.
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.