Water Quality in Cumberland, MD (21530)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 21530.
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 57% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
1,404
Population
23
Water Systems
6
Violations (5yr)
1
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (23)
Cumberland-Evitts Creek Water
City Of Cumberland
Rocky Gap State Park
1 health-basedFlintstone Dollar General
Shawnee Girl Scout Council
Rising Phoenix Retreat Center,Loyola Col
Briar Patch
Flintstone Mennonite School
Covenant Village Camp
All resolvedCountryside Bakery
Sweet Root Picnic Area
Homespun Cafe
The Beef Shop
Vanmeters Gas And Groceries
Flintstone Vfd
Ronnie'S Bar
Prosperity Um Church (Connected To Cws)
Ronnie'S Bar
Green Ridge Appaloosa & Camp
Mt Valley Farm Bed And Breakfast
Confectionary Treasures
Stone Age Cafe
Billies Gas And Groceries
Contaminants Found
Similar to nitrate — harmful to infants at high levels.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2023
How Does This Compare?
Cumberland (21530) has more violations than 57% 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.