Pittsville, MD (21850): 8 Violations Recorded for Mapped Water Systems
EPA data combined for 2 water systems mapped to this ZIP (largest mapped system: Town of Pittsville)
EPA records for the water systems mapped to 21850 in Pittsville, MD contain 8 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
At a Glance
- Water EPA records for water systems mapped to this ZIP show 8 violations (non-health) (since 2021).
- Lead The reported 90th-percentile lead result of 0.0037 mg/L is below the EPA action level for water systems; EPA's health goal for lead is zero.
- Radon EPA Zone 3 - county-level radon potential, not evidence of a low home result.
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Safety & Health (7) MODERATE
Your Water System
ZIP code 21850 in Pittsville, Maryland is mapped to the water system Town of Pittsville (EPA ID: MD0220009). This system provides water to approximately 1,500 people from groundwater sources.
There are 2 community water systems serving this area.
Water Systems Serving This Area
| System Name | EPA ID | Population | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Town of Pittsville | MD0220009 | 1,500 | Groundwater |
| Town of Willards | MD0220007 | 1,021 | Groundwater |
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Nearby Water Quality Reports
- 21874 (Willards) - 3 mi - 8 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 21852 (Powellville) - 4 mi
- 21849 (Parsonsburg) - 4 mi - 8 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 21804 (Salisbury) - 7 mi - 1 violation recorded for mapped water systems
- 21872 (Whaleyville) - 7 mi
- 21875 (Delmar) - 9 mi
- 21862 (Showell) - 10 mi - 2 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 21841 (Newark) - 11 mi
- 19940 (Delmar, DE) - 11 mi
- 21802 (Salisbury) - 12 mi
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Town of Pittsville (MD0220009) 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.
Environmental Hazards (10) MODERATE
Home & Infrastructure (8) OK
Cost & Community (9) HIGH
CPSC product recall notices
These national notices are not matched to this ZIP code or water system.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the tap water in 21850 safe to drink?
EPA SDWIS records 8 violations since 2021 across the water systems mapped to ZIP 21850 (primary system: Town of Pittsville), 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 21850's water come from?
The recorded water source for Town of Pittsville, a system mapped to ZIP code 21850, is Groundwater. This system serves approximately 1,500 people.
How can I get my water tested in Pittsville?
If Town of Pittsville 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 21850 tap water?
The Lead and Copper Rule record selected for 21850 reports a 90th-percentile lead result of 0.0037 mg/L for a water system mapped to this ZIP (record date 2023-12-31). 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 21850?
21850 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.
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (2026). Pittsville, MD (21850): 8 Violations Recorded for Mapped Water Systems. https://zipcheckup.com/report/21850/
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Page version: October 2026.
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Water quality comparison for ZIP codes near 21850
| ZIP Code | City, State | Distance | Grade | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21874 | Willards, MD | 3.1 mi | N/A | 8 |
| 21852 | Powellville, MD | 3.7 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 21849 | Parsonsburg, MD | 3.7 mi | N/A | 8 |
| 21804 | Salisbury, MD | 7.0 mi | N/A | 1 |
| 21872 | Whaleyville, MD | 7.3 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 21875 | Delmar, MD | 9.5 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 21862 | Showell, MD | 10.5 mi | N/A | 2 |
| 21841 | Newark, MD | 10.8 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 19940 | Delmar, DE | 11.5 mi | B | 0 |
| 21802 | Salisbury, MD | 11.9 mi | N/A | 0 |
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