Water Quality in WESTERNPORT, MD (21562)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 21562.
16
Total Violations
11
Health-Based
5
Monitoring / Reporting
14
Resolved
What does this mean?
14 of 16 violations have been resolved. 11 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 5 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 (16 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 1, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | May 15, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule | Health-Based | N/A | 3 | Apr 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule | Health-Based | N/A | 3 | Apr 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule | Health-Based | N/A | 3 | Apr 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule | Health-Based | N/A | 3 | Apr 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| CARBON, TOTAL | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| CARBON, TOTAL | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| CARBON, TOTAL | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Apr 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2025(6)
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
4H
Public Notice
75
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
43
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
43
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
43
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule
43
2024(6)
CARBON, TOTAL
27
CARBON, TOTAL
27
CARBON, TOTAL
27
Revised Total Coliform Rule
1A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
1A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
1A
How Does This Compare?
WESTERNPORT (21562) has 16 recorded violations, including 11 health-based. 2 remain unresolved. 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.