CITY REPORT MD HEALTH VIOLATIONS: 2

Midlothian, MD: 8 Violations - Home Safety Score unavailable

1 ZIP code · 2 water systems · Updated

Data: EPA SDWIS

ZIP Codes

Water Systems

ZIPs Linked to Systems with Violations

Zone 2

County Radon Potential (Moderate)

$186K

Median Home Value

$300

Est. Remediation (0.2% of home value)

What You Should Know About Midlothian Water

Your city's water systems recorded 8 violations since 2021.
Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.001 mg/L.
Homes built before 1986: 91% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
Estimated remediation: $300 per household.
Health risk index (ZipCheckup composite of CDC data): 14.78.

Who Supplies Your Water in Midlothian

Multiple utilities show up for Midlothian, MD: 2 are listed here out of 2 tracked federally.

Midland-lonaconing
Serves ~5,000 people 8 violations
Western Region Allegany Distrib. System
Serves ~4,955 people

Overview

We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Midlothian, Maryland (population ~325), covering 2 community water systems serving approximately 9,955 people region-wide. The EPA snapshots used for this build directly map water systems to 1 of 1 ZIP codes.

1 of 1 ZIP code with a reported violation count in the available EPA record (100%) have recorded EPA violations. 2 health-based violations appear in the available health breakdown.

Water Sources

Midlothian water systems draw from: Surface water.

Lead & Copper

Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0010 mg/L (EPA action level: 0.015 mg/L)
0 of 1 ZIP code with known status exceed the EPA lead action level

Radon Risk

1 of 1 ZIP records with known zones is in EPA Radon Zone 2.

The EPA recommends testing all homes regardless of radon zone. County radon zones cannot replace an in-home radon test.

Top Contaminants

Contaminant	Category	Violations	ZIPs Affected
Fluoride	Inorganic	6	1
Nitrate	Inorganic	6	1
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)	Disinfection Byproducts	2	1
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule	Treatment Technique	2	1

Areas with Most Violations

ZIP Code	Safety Score	Violations	Health-Based	System
21543	—	8	2	Western Region Allegany Distrib. System

All ZIP Codes in Midlothian

21543 - 8 violations ⚠

Data Sources

Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
Lead/copper: EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data
Radon: EPA Map of Radon Zones

Reporting periods vary by source. Missing data is shown as unavailable, not as zero.

Health Outcomes in Midlothian

11.3%

Asthma (US: 9.8%)

13.3%

Diabetes (US: 10.4%)

18.9%

Poor Mental Health (US: 14.8%)

Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). County health indicators are shown for context only and are not linked to this area's water records.

Compared to National Average

Asthma 11.3% ↑

Diabetes 13.3% ↑

Mental Health 18.9% ↑

Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national

Top Contaminants in Midlothian Water

Fluoride 6 violations

Inorganic · EPA regulatory level for the contaminant named above: 4 mg/L

Long-term fluoride exposure above the MCL: bone disease

Nitrate 6 violations

Inorganic · EPA regulatory level for the contaminant named above: 10 mg/L

Blue baby syndrome in infants

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 2 violations

Disinfection Byproducts · EPA regulatory level for the contaminant named above: 0.06 mg/L

Increased cancer risk with long-term exposure above the MCL

Based on EPA violation records. Check your ZIP code report for system-specific contaminant data.

Housing & Infrastructure in Midlothian

1978

Median Build Year

91%

Built Before 1986

47%

Built Before 1970

Copper

Likely Pipe Material

With 91% of homes built before 1986, lead solder in plumbing is a potential concern. Federal law banned lead solder in drinking-water plumbing in 1986, but many older homes retain original plumbing.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).

Housing Age Profile

Pre-1986 homes make up a large part of Midlothian's housing; median build year 1978.

1978

Median Year Built

91%

Pre-1986 (lead solder era; lead paint banned 1978)

47%

Pre-1970 (Lead Pipes Risk)

Pre-1970 (47%) 1970–1986 (44%) Post-1986 (9%)

Over half of homes in Midlothian were built before 1986, when federal law began restricting lead solder in drinking-water plumbing. Older plumbing may leach lead into drinking water, especially with corrosive water chemistry.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.

Cost Context: What Remediation Means for Midlothian Homeowners

Relative to home values, Midlothian remediation estimates run low.

Median Home Value

$186,000

Est. Remediation

$300

Remediation as % of home value 0.2%

Estimated remediation costs in Midlothian can be compared with local home values. The $150–$600 estimated range can be set against the median property value; actual costs vary by home. Home values are 56% below the Maryland average.

Lead Exposure Risk for Children in Midlothian

91%

Homes Built Before 1986

0.001

mg/L average of reported water-system 90th-percentile lead results (the 0.015 action level applies to each system's result, not to this average)

Why children are most at risk: The CDC states that no safe blood lead level in children has been identified. Children under 6 absorb lead more readily than adults, and even low levels can cause developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioral problems.

If you have young children or are pregnant, consider testing your home's water - especially if your home was built before 1986.

Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.

Deep Dive Reports

Detailed analysis for Midlothian, MD

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Water Quality

EPA violations, contaminant data, and water system grades

8 EPA violations

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Lead Risk

Lead levels, housing age, and pipe risk assessment

0.001 mg/L average of reported 90th-percentile lead results

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Air Quality

AQI data, wildfire smoke risk, mold risk, and health tips

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Infrastructure

Water system age, source indicators, and CO/gas safety

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many violations are on record for water systems serving Midlothian?

EPA records list 8 EPA violations, including 2 health-based violations for Midlothian water systems. These water-system violations are shown for 1 mapped ZIP code.

Does Midlothian water have lead?

The average of the reported 90th-percentile lead results across the ZIP codes of Midlothian is 0.001 mg/L. The EPA action level of 0.015 mg/L applies to each water system's own 90th percentile, not to this average. EPA's health goal for lead is zero. Lead levels can vary by home - testing is recommended especially in older properties.

How many water systems serve Midlothian?

Our records map 2 water systems to 1 ZIP code in Midlothian. The related population figure in our data is approximately 325 people; it is not a count of people served citywide.

How much does it cost to fix water issues in Midlothian?

Estimated remediation cost per household in Midlothian: $300; modeled range $150 to $600. Estimated costs may include filtration, pipe replacement, radon mitigation, or flood protection where applicable.

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