Water Quality in La Plata, MD (20695)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 20695.
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 14 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 68% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
16,407
Population
17
Water Systems
15
Violations (5yr)
1
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (17)
Waldorf - Charles County Dpw
All resolvedSouthern Maryland Christian Academy
1 health-basedKings Man S-White Plns Wtr Co
Idlewood Mobile Home Park
Smitty Trailer Court
South Potomac Church
Jimmies Paddock And Captain Pells
All resolvedQuiet Acres Water Co Inc
Quiet Acres Water Co Inc
Jack Blair Inc
White House Motel - See 008-0068
Guidos Liquors, Gametime Del, Liquors
Huntts Tavern On The Corner
All resolvedWaldorf Moose Lodge # 1709
All resolvedWhite Plains Ath. Field
Pooles Shopping Center
Quiet Acres (Connected To 008-0082)
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
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 2023
How Does This Compare?
La Plata (20695) has more violations than 68% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 15.
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.