Water Quality in Baltimore, MD (21220)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 21220.
Active Health Violations
2 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 65% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
42,824
Population
19
Water Systems
9
Violations (5yr)
2
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (19)
Hereford High School
Hereford Middle School
Jacksonville Elementary
Sparks Elementary School
Prettyboy Elementary School
Seventh District Elementary
Kingsville Elementary School
All resolvedCarroll Manor Elementary School
Fifth District Elementary
Jehovahs Witness Kingdom Hall -Middle Ri
Bosley Untd Meth Nursery Sch.
Grauls Superthrift Market
2 health-basedJbs Oasis
Long Beach Marina
Brigadoon Marina
Conrads Ruth Villa
Sparks Elementary Sch (Fire)
Richardson'S Poultry
Fallston Food Market
Contaminants Found
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Baltimore (21220) has more violations than 65% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 9.
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.