Water Quality in HAVRE DE GRACE, MD (21078)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 21078.
117
Total Violations
5
Health-Based
112
Monitoring / Reporting
117
Resolved
What does this mean?
117 of 117 violations have been resolved. 5 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 112 are monitoring or reporting violations (missed testing deadlines or late paperwork — not necessarily a water quality issue). Not all violations mean your water is unsafe. The EPA requires reporting even for minor administrative issues.
Violations Detail (117 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Oct 16, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 16, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2025(8)
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
2024(73)
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
2E
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
4G
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Hexachlorocyclopentadiene
03
Toxaphene
03
Hexachlorocyclopentadiene
03
Hexachlorocyclopentadiene
03
Heptachlor epoxide
03
Heptachlor epoxide
03
Heptachlor epoxide
03
Heptachlor epoxide
03
Chlordane
03
Chlordane
03
Chlordane
03
Chlordane
03
BHC-GAMMA
03
BHC-GAMMA
03
BHC-GAMMA
03
BHC-GAMMA
03
Atrazine
03
Hexachlorocyclopentadiene
03
Atrazine
03
Atrazine
03
HEXACHLOROBENZENE
03
Benzo(a)pyrene
03
Benzo(a)pyrene
03
Benzo(a)pyrene
03
Toxaphene
03
Toxaphene
03
Endrin
03
Endrin
03
Endrin
03
Endrin
03
Di(2-ethylhexyl) adipate
03
Di(2-ethylhexyl) adipate
03
Di(2-ethylhexyl) adipate
03
Di(2-ethylhexyl) adipate
03
Simazine
03
Simazine
03
Simazine
03
Simazine
03
Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate
03
Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate
03
Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate
03
Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate
03
LASSO
03
LASSO
03
LASSO
03
LASSO
03
Heptachlor
03
Heptachlor
03
Heptachlor
03
Heptachlor
03
Benzo(a)pyrene
03
HEXACHLOROBENZENE
03
HEXACHLOROBENZENE
03
HEXACHLOROBENZENE
03
Methoxychlor
03
Methoxychlor
03
Methoxychlor
03
Methoxychlor
03
Toxaphene
03
Atrazine
03
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
How Does This Compare?
HAVRE DE GRACE (21078) has 117 recorded violations, including 5 health-based. All violations have been resolved, which is a positive sign for current water quality. Consider testing your tap water independently for added peace of mind.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on the contaminants detected in your area, these filter types may help improve your water quality.
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
UV Water Purifier
Uses ultraviolet light to neutralize bacteria, viruses, and parasites without chemicals. Ideal for homes with microbial contamination concerns.
Targets:E. coli, Coliform, Giardia, Cryptosporidium
Look for:NSF/ANSI 55 (Class A) certified
Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove.