Water Quality in Ocean City, MD (21863)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 21863.
Active Health Violations
3 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 67% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
5,281
Population
28
Water Systems
12
Violations (5yr)
3
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (28)
Ocean City
Town Of Ocean City
1 health-basedSnow Hill
Town Of Snow Hill
All resolvedLower Shore Tourism Center
Newark-Worcester Co San Comm
Worcester County Athletic Complex
Furnacetown And Vistor
Md State Hwy Admin - Main Office
Snow Hill Christian Nursery School
1 health-basedWor Co Newton Park Concession
Wor Co Jws Park Softball Fields
Wor Co Jws Park Concession Stand
S.H.A. Berlin Satelliite Shop
Duck In And Mcdonalds And Dollar General
1 health-basedWor County Roads
Randolph Taylor Trailer Park
Woodside Inn
Hudson'S Cash Market
Snow Hill Marina Pk.
Snow Hill Lions Club
Public Landing Harbor
Pocomoke River State Forest & Park
Snow Hill Mennonite Church
B And E Tr. Pk.
Legacy
Wor Co Commissioner Boat Dock
Nassawango Country Club
Contaminants Found
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2023
How Does This Compare?
Ocean City (21863) has more violations than 67% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 12.
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.