Historical Compliance Records DE

Greenwood Water Department

EPA ID: DE0000558 ยท 973 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Greenwood Water Department (DE0000558): 1 EPA violation in the last five years. Greenwood Water Department recorded 1 EPA violation over the past five years, all of which have since been resolved - the utility is currently in compliance serving 973 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

973
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
1
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 3
Radon Risk ยท Low
1
Contaminants Flagged
$252K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Greenwood Water Department Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$68,116
Median Household Income
19,231
Service Area Population
8%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
39%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Greenwood Water Department serves a community with a median household income of $68,116 and an estimated 19,231 residents across its service area.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Greenwood Water Department's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.

Low Risk
Source Contamination Risk
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
50th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

33 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
38 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 46% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Greenwood Water Department compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,200
Water Filtration $150
Total Estimated Cost $1,350

Based on national averages for common remediation projects. Actual costs vary by property. Only issues flagged by EPA, FEMA, or state data for each ZIP code are included.

Cost of Inaction

If water quality issues in this service area are not addressed, the estimated financial impact per household is:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,500
10 years
$5,000
20 years
$10,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,350 (one-time) vs. $5,000 in estimated inaction costs over 10 years.

Estimates based on published EPA, CDC, and peer-reviewed research. Individual costs vary by household size, property, and health factors. These are conservative lower-bound estimates intended for awareness, not financial advice.

System Overview

Greenwood Water Department (EPA ID: DE0000558) is a community water system in Delaware that serves approximately 973 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 1 record in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 1 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 0 unaddressed. Under this source contract, current noncompliance is the sum of addressed and unaddressed records. Archived and resolved records are excluded from current noncompliance.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
July 1, 2022 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0 mg/L No N/A

No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 3 (Low Risk)

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking โ€” this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: Service area ZIP codes sourced from EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 (March 2026 release). These ZIPs reflect the actual deployment footprint recorded by DE or modeled from parcel and building-footprint data.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Greenwood Water Department (DE0000558) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Greenwood Water Department water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Greenwood Water Department; its 1 accepted 2021-2026 record are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Greenwood Water Department serve?

Greenwood Water Department serves approximately 973 people across 2 ZIP codes in Delaware.

Where does Greenwood Water Department get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Greenwood Water Department's water?
Detected contaminants include Surface Water Treatment Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 1 contaminant above EPA limits, a certified water filter can provide an extra layer of protection. The best type depends on specific contaminants in your water.
How many people does Greenwood Water Department serve?
Greenwood Water Department serves approximately 973 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Greenwood Water Department's water source?
Greenwood Water Department draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Greenwood Water Department's service area?
The Greenwood Water Department service area has a median household income of $68,116. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Greenwood Water Department get its water?
Greenwood Water Department's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.

How to cite this page

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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

Home test kits can detect lead, bacteria, and other contaminants at your tap. Find the right filter โ†’

2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report โ†’

3

Contact your utility

Greenwood Water Department (EPA ID: DE0000558) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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