Water Quality Report

Eden, MD (21822): 1 Violation Recorded for Mapped Water Systems

EPA data combined for 3 water systems mapped to this ZIP (largest mapped system: City of Fruitland)

PFAS Detected

EPA records for the water systems mapped to 21822 in Eden, MD contain 1 recorded violations for inclusive record years 2021 through 2026, all mapped systems combined; 0 are marked health-based.

Data source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) SDWIS

Based on EPA Drinking Water FEMA Flood Data U.S. Census CDC Energy Information Admin. USGS Water Data & 9 more federal sources
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Safety Score N/A
Water Quality PFAS above MCL 1 non-health-based violation record in EPA data
Lead Risk Moderate 0.0058 mg/L, 90th percentile, sample period ending 2025-12-31
NFIP Claim History Claim records 3 claims
Data confidence: High (direct measurement) Medium (sampled / sub-geography) Low (modeled / inferred) Methodology →

At a Glance

  • Water EPA records for water systems mapped to this ZIP show 1 violation (non-health) (since 2021).
  • Lead The reported 90th-percentile lead result of 0.0058 mg/L is below the EPA action level, but EPA's health goal for lead is zero; filtration is advisable.
  • PFAS At least one PFAS result is above an EPA MCL value (UCMR5 sampling; MCL compliance required from 2029).
  • Radon EPA Zone 3 - county-level radon potential, not evidence of a low home result.
  • Flood 3 cumulative NFIP claim records. Claim evidence is historical, not current map coverage.
Contaminant Summary
Violations on record (not health-based)
1 violation PFAS detected
Report data assembled: Jul 27, 2026 EPA water-system identity: source date or period is not present in ZipCheckup's accepted source record EPA violation history: more than two update cycles old Lead, copper and UCMR measurements: source date or period is not present in ZipCheckup's accepted source record Consumer Confidence Report: source date or period is not present in ZipCheckup's accepted source record
3
Water Systems
5,907
People Served
0
Health Violations (since 2021)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0058 mg/L
Reported Lead Result2.5× the national median for this measure
Zone 3
County Radon Potential · Low
$220K
Median Home Value45% below state median ($401K)

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Score Breakdown

Overall Home Safety Score: Score unavailable

Required evidence is missing. Missing values remain unknown and are not imputed or renormalized.

Canonical components

EPA water compliance
98/100
Observed
PFAS MCL screen
Unknown
Evidence missing
EPA radon zone
100/100
Observed
Annual EPA AirData AQI
Unknown
Evidence missing

Required domains

Drinking water
Unknown
Indoor environment
100/100
Outdoor environment
Unknown

Coverage: 2 of 4 components and 1 of 3 domains observed.

Model 4.0.0; series home-safety-v4-cross-vertical.

Safety & Health (7) HIGH

Your Water System

ZIP code 21822 in Eden, Maryland is mapped to the water system City of Fruitland (EPA ID: MD0220008). This system provides water to approximately 5,907 people from groundwater sources.

There are 3 community water systems serving this area.

Water Systems Serving This Area

System Name EPA ID Population Source
City of Fruitland MD0220008 5,907 Groundwater
City of Salisbury MD0220004 30,343 Groundwater
Town of Princess Anne MD0190002 3,300 Groundwater

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Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for City of Fruitland (MD0220008) on EPA.gov.

4 of the top compounds applied across the surrounding county in USGS pesticide-use estimates appear on EPA drinking-water monitoring lists. See the agricultural pesticide-use section.

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PFAS Contamination Detected

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been reported in samples from water systems associated with ZIP code 21822. One or more compound results are above the level of a federal PFAS MCL with compliance required from 2029.

Detected compounds: PFOS, PFHxS, PFBS, PFOA, PFHxA, PFPeA.

Highest measured level: 0.02 µg/L

Reverse osmosis (RO) and activated carbon block filters can reduce PFAS at the tap. Certifications list the compounds covered: an NSF/ANSI 53 or 58 claim for PFOA/PFOS does not cover every PFAS, so check that the product lists the compounds detected here.

📊 EPA UCMR5 · View source →
Environmental Hazards (11) MODERATE
Home & Infrastructure (8) OK
Cost & Community (8) OK

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Home & Flood Insurance

The ZIP code for this report in Eden has 3 FEMA flood claims on record. Standard homeowner policies don't cover flood damage - make sure you're protected.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the tap water in 21822 safe to drink?

EPA SDWIS records 1 violation since 2021 across the water systems mapped to ZIP 21822 (primary system: City of Fruitland), including 0 health-based. The violation table above shows which system each record belongs to. ZipCheckup last updated this page in July 2026. The federal source release date is unavailable, so that month is not presented as source currency.

Where does 21822's water come from?

The recorded water source for City of Fruitland, a system mapped to ZIP code 21822, is Groundwater. This system serves approximately 5,907 people.

How can I get my water tested in Eden?

If City of Fruitland supplies your home, contact it for its Consumer Confidence Report; otherwise contact the water utility that serves your address, or hire a certified lab for independent home water testing. The EPA recommends annual testing if you use a private well.

Is lead a concern in 21822 tap water?

The Lead and Copper Rule record selected for 21822 reports a 90th-percentile lead result of 0.0058 mg/L for a water system mapped to this ZIP (record date 2025-12-31). The EPA action level is 0.015 mg/L. This result is below the EPA action level; it does not show the lead level in each home.

What is the radon risk for 21822?

21822 is mapped to a county in EPA Radon Zone 3 (low county-level radon potential; EPA recommends testing every home), located in Wicomico County. EPA radon zones range from Zone 1 (highest county-level potential) to Zone 3 (lowest). Testing your home is recommended regardless of zone.

Are there PFAS (forever chemicals) in 21822's water?

Yes, PFAS have been detected in samples from water systems mapped to 21822. One or more PFAS results are above the level of a federal PFAS MCL with compliance required from 2029. Reverse osmosis and activated carbon filters certified to NSF/ANSI 53 or 58 specifically for PFOA/PFOS reduction can reduce PFAS.

What does the NFIP claim history show for ZIP 21822?

FEMA records contain 3 flood insurance claims filed in ZIP code 21822; the recorded rated-zone value (the most frequent one if there are several claims) is A03, which is claims evidence and may differ from the current FEMA map zone for a property. Claim records do not establish current property risk. Review FEMA's map for the specific property.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (2026). Eden, MD (21822): 1 Violation Recorded for Mapped Water Systems. https://zipcheckup.com/report/21822/
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Page version: October 2026.

Nearby ZIP Code Reports

Water quality comparison for ZIP codes near 21822

ZIP Code City, State Distance Grade Violations
21810 Allen, MD 2.1 mi N/A 0
21826 Fruitland, MD 3.3 mi N/A 1
21853 Princess Anne, MD 6.9 mi N/A 0
21801 Salisbury, MD 7.1 mi N/A 1
21802 Salisbury, MD 7.5 mi N/A 0
21803 Salisbury, MD 7.5 mi N/A 0
21804 Salisbury, MD 8.0 mi N/A 1
21856 Quantico, MD 8.1 mi N/A 0
21830 Hebron, MD 8.8 mi N/A 0
21865 Tyaskin, MD 10.6 mi N/A 0

Contaminants Detected in 21822

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