Water Quality in Columbia, MD (20759)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 20759.
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 5 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 53% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
6,624
Population
15
Water Systems
6
Violations (5yr)
1
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (15)
Howard County D.P.W. Distribution
All resolvedEllicott City
Highs-Fulton
Temple Isaiah Synagogue And Preschool
1 health-basedLedos Pizza
Calvary Umc
Konstantines Greek Taverna
Olivet United Methodist Church
St. Paul'S Lutheran Church
Fulton Station Shopping Strip
Evergreen Stables
Tasty Treats
Mauck'S Meat Market
Maple Lawn Farms
Evergreen Stables Farm Llc
Contaminants Found
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
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?
Columbia (20759) has more violations than 53% 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
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.