Water Quality in Baltimore, MD (21208)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 21208.
Past Health-Based Violations
2 health-based violations were found in the past 5 years, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. All have since been resolved. There are also 8 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 67% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
37,276
Population
14
Water Systems
10
Violations (5yr)
2
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (14)
Baltimore City-Bureau Water Su
City Of Baltimore
1 health-basedAshburton
Baltimore City Municipal Works
Baltimore City Municipal Works
Mcdonough School
Mcdonough School
Sportsmans Hall Roller Rink
Sanitary Associates
Camp Holiday
Rio Vista Plaza Mobile Home Park
1 health-basedLong Point Mall
Coldwell Banker And Grempler Realty
Berlin State Police Barracks-I/C 0230001
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2022
How Does This Compare?
Baltimore (21208) has more violations than 67% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 10.
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
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. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.