Water Quality in Ocean City, MD (21851)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 21851.
Active Health Violations
7 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 74% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
7,297
Population
44
Water Systems
17
Violations (5yr)
7
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (44)
Ocean City
Town Of Ocean City
1 health-basedCity Of Pocomoke City
4 health-basedPocomoke City Mayor And Counci
Shad Landing/Pocomoke River State Park
Sysco Eastern Maryland
1 health-basedFitzpatrick Lanes
Dollar General #21871-Marian
Dollar General #23015
Dollar General #18012 -Westover
Dons Seafood, Chicken
Dari-Treat
Travelers Budget Inn
Pocomoke American Legion Post 93
River Market Inc
Nock'S Tire Service, Inc.
1 health-basedLower Shore Ymca - Cabins
Mfb Rentals
Motel 6
Chesapeake Bay Dairy Farm Store
Eagle Mills
Pocomoke Truck Stop
Paul Wilson Mhp
Ocean Highway Seafood And Produce
Moe'S Service Station (Del.)
Days Inn
Pho Bien
Gateway Trailer Park - South Well
A-1 Produce
V.F.W. Post #8622
Beaverdam Inn
Dons Chattie Shack
Twin Towers Motel & Rest.
Somerset County Liquor Dispens
T & T Farm Fresh Meat
Lankford/Sysco
Milburn Pavilion, Pocomoke River State
Md. First & Last (Del.)
Amoco Quick Stop
Fantastic & Peanuts
Waste Management
Chesapeake Plywood
Pjs Pub And Pour House
Cowgers Mobile Home Park
Contaminants Found
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2022
How Does This Compare?
Ocean City (21851) has more violations than 74% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 17.
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
Activated Carbon Filter
Excellent for removing chlorine, chloramine, and disinfection byproducts like THMs and HAAs. Available as pitcher filters, countertop, or under-sink units.
Targets:THMs, HAAs, Chlorine, Chloramine, Taste & Odor
Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 & 53 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.