Water Quality in Owings Mills, MD (21117)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 21117.
Active Health Violations
3 health-based violations 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 86% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
62,816
Population
28
Water Systems
35
Violations (5yr)
3
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (28)
Village Shopping Center
Liberty Christian School
1 health-basedThe Jemicy School (Lower School)
Chestnut Ridge Farm Market
White Marlin Mall & Outlets Ocean City
1 health-basedRoma Carry Out - Jimmy'S Grillie
1 health-basedIrvine Nature Center
Happy Acres Day Care
Bright Acres Trailer Park
Baptist Home Of Maryland
Caves Valley Golf Club
Chestnut Ridge Vfd
Mr Charles Market Place
Emmaus Missionary Baptist Church
Worthington Valley Country Club
South River Landing
Buc'S Pleasure Club
Beth Tfiloh Camps
Cartys Garage
Faith Christian Fellowship - Day Care
Country Mart
Marlboro Square
Camp Wonderland
Pikesville Sportsman Club
Jachman Reserve Center
Liberty Christian School
Knights Of Columbus
Smoots Collision Center
Contaminants Found
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Similar to nitrate — harmful to infants at high levels.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2023
How Does This Compare?
Owings Mills (21117) has more violations than 86% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 35.
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.