CITY REPORT MD HEALTH VIOLATIONS: 11

North East, MD: 11 Health Violations - Home Safety 77/100

1 ZIP code · 5 water systems · Updated

ZipCheckup grade for North East: B.

This ZIP has a few items worth a quick check.

Your top priority: match a filter's certification to the violations (11 health-based violations). NSF certified filters →

Tap water system records for North East, MD support a high grade on this site; review your own system's entries for specifics.

How North East Compares

North East77/100
Maryland avg69/100
National avg73/100

Data: EPA SDWIS

1
ZIP Codes
5
Water Systems
1
ZIPs Linked to Systems with Violations
B · 77
Avg Safety Score
Zone 2
County Radon Potential (Moderate)
$343K
Median Home Value
$1,100
Est. Remediation (0.3% of home value)

What You Should Know About North East Water

  • Your city's water systems recorded 16 violations since 2021.
  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.002 mg/L.
  • Homes built before 1986: 38% - older plumbing may contain lead solder.
  • Estimated remediation: $1,100 per household.
  • Health risk index (ZipCheckup composite of CDC data): 14.18.

Who Supplies Your Water in North East

Service in North East, MD can differ by address: 5 water systems are tied to the area in federal records, and the 3 largest are listed with their violation records.

Overview

We track home safety data for 1 ZIP code in North East, Maryland, covering 5 community water systems serving approximately 19,585 people. 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. 11 health-based violations appear in the available health breakdown.

Home Safety Score

Average Home Safety Score for North East: B (77/100)

Model 4.0.0 uses four measured components across three equally weighted domains. If a required domain is unavailable, no score is published:

Factor What It Measures
Water Quality EPA violations and compliance history
PFAS MCL Screen UCMR 5 testing against the covered federal MCLs
Radon Risk EPA radon zone classification
Annual AQI EPA AirData county-year median with at least 90 observed days

Water Sources

North East water systems draw from: Groundwater, Surface water.

Lead & Copper

  • Average of reported 90th-percentile lead results: 0.0020 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
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 12 1
Lead and Copper Rule Revisions Treatment Technique 8 1
Total organic carbon Disinfection Byproducts 4 1
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 4 1
Nitrate Inorganic 2 1

Areas with Most Violations

ZIP Code Safety Score Violations Health-Based System
21901 B 16 11 Town of North East

All ZIP Codes in North East

  • 21901 [B] - 16 violations ⚠

Data Sources

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

Health Outcomes in North East

10.5%
Asthma (US: 9.8%)
13.2%
Diabetes (US: 10.4%)
17.4%
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 10.5% ↑
Diabetes 13.2% ↑
Mental Health 17.4% ↑

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

Top Contaminants in North East Water

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 12 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
Lead and Copper Rule Revisions 8 violations
Treatment Technique
Total organic carbon 4 violations
Disinfection Byproducts

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

Housing & Infrastructure in North East

1995
Median Build Year
38%
Built Before 1986
22%
Built Before 1970
Copper
Likely Pipe Material

Housing age data helps assess potential lead pipe and infrastructure risks. Newer housing stock generally means lower plumbing-related contamination risk.

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

Housing Age Profile

For a household in North East, a certified lab test of tap water answers what the median build year of 1995 cannot.

1995
Median Year Built
38%
Pre-1986 (lead solder era; lead paint banned 1978)
22%
Pre-1970 (Lead Pipes Risk)
Pre-1970 (22%) 1970–1986 (16%) Post-1986 (62%)

Most homes in North East were built after 1986; lead exposure at a tap still depends on its service line and plumbing. Older homes should still be tested.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.

Cost Context: What Remediation Means for North East Homeowners

Because the median home value in North East is large relative to the estimated cost of remediation, the ratio between them stays at or below 1%; that is a statement about two area-level numbers, not a quote for a particular house or a judgment about what an owner can pay.

Median Home Value
$342,800
Est. Remediation
$1,100
Remediation as % of home value 0.3%

Estimated remediation costs in North East can be compared with local home values. The $600–$2,300 estimated range can be set against the median property value; actual costs vary by home. Home values are 20% below the Maryland average.

Lead Exposure Risk for Children in North East

38%
Homes Built Before 1986
0.002
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.

Historical NFIP Claim Context in North East

138
Total FEMA Flood Claims
$21,713
Avg Reported Sum With Payment Data
100%
A/V Share of Claim-Record ZIPs

Historical NFIP data for North East contains 138 flood insurance claims. Among claims with payment data, the average reported building, contents, and ICC component sum is $21,713. Among ZIP codes with claim records, 100% have an A- or V-family dominant rated zone recorded in those historical claims. This is not a complete current FEMA property-map inventory.

How flooding affects water quality: Flood events can introduce sewage, agricultural runoff, and industrial chemicals into water supplies. Even after floodwaters recede, contamination can persist in wells and aging infrastructure. The $1,100 remediation estimate shown here excludes flood insurance and is not derived from NFIP claim count.

Claim count does not establish current property risk. Check the exact address in FEMA's current map and obtain a property-specific insurance quote when relevant.

Source: historical FEMA National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) claim records. No current FEMA property-map designation is asserted.

Deep Dive Reports

Detailed analysis for North East, MD

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Home Safety Score mean for North East, MD?
North East has an average Home Safety Score of 77/100 (Grade B) under ZipCheckup model 4.0.0, an area-level model that draws on EPA water compliance records, PFAS screening, EPA radon zones, and annual EPA air quality data; see the methodology page for how inputs and coverage are handled. 16 violations appear in EPA records for water systems mapped to these ZIP codes. Check individual ZIP code reports for component details.
How many violations are on record for water systems serving North East?
EPA records list 16 EPA violations, including 11 health-based violations for North East water systems. These water-system violations are shown for 1 mapped ZIP code.
Does North East water have lead?
The average of the reported 90th-percentile lead results across the ZIP codes of North East is 0.002 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 does North East compare to Maryland average?
North East has an average Home Safety Score of 77/100, which is at or above the Maryland state average of 69/100 for the same model series.
How many water systems serve North East?
Our records map 5 water systems to 1 ZIP code in North East. The related population figure in our data is approximately 19,585 people; it is not a count of people served citywide.
How much does it cost to fix water issues in North East?
Estimated remediation cost per household in North East: $1,100; modeled range $600 to $2,300. Estimated costs may include filtration, pipe replacement, radon mitigation, or flood protection where applicable.
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