Water System Report DE

Veolia Water Delaware, Inc.

EPA ID: DE0000564 ยท 100,495 people served ยท 14 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Veolia Water Delaware, Inc. (DE0000564): PFAS sampling above the current EPA limit (UCMR5). Veolia Water Delaware, Inc.'s five-year compliance history is clean by every EPA metric - no health-based violations, no monitoring lapses, no enforcement actions on record, reflecting consistent performance for a utility that supplies water to approximately 100,495 residents year after year.

Data: EPA SDWIS

C ยท 67
Avg Safety Score
100,495
People Served
14
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.002 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk ยท Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged
$267K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Veolia Water Delaware, Inc. Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary - Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$76,736
Median Household Income
422,445
Service Area Population
19%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
40th
Energy Burden Percentile
74%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Veolia Water Delaware, Inc. serves a community with a median household income of $76,736 and an estimated 422,445 residents across its service area. Approximately 74% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Veolia Water Delaware, Inc.'s water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
50th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
90th
Superfund Site Proximity

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 90th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites.

Infrastructure Risk

62 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
10 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 86% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 122 detections recorded. 32 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS).

State limits: PFOA: 0.05 ppt, PFOS: 0.05 ppt
Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter โ†’

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Delaware

C 1 violation
0 violations
B 0 violations
Newark Water Department
40,000 people
C 0 violations
Dover Water Department
39,491 people
A 0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,421
PFAS Treatment $557
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $2,379

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:

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,379 (one-time) vs. $330 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

Veolia Water Delaware, Inc. (EPA ID: DE0000564) is a community water system in Delaware that serves approximately 100,495 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 14 ZIP codes across 6 communities.

ZIP-Area Home Safety Context: C (67/100)

This is the average Home Safety Score for 3 of 14 service-area ZIP codes with all required score domains observed. It is not a grade for the water utility.

Model 4.0.0 uses SDWIS identity plus accepted ECHO SDWA lifecycle-based water compliance, the UCMR 5 PFAS MCL screen, EPA radon zone, and annual EPA AirData AQI across three equally weighted domains. Missing required evidence suppresses the score.

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.002 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 2 (Moderate Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

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 Veolia Water Delaware, Inc. (DE0000564) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Veolia Water Delaware, Inc. water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Veolia Water Delaware, Inc. in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.

How many people does Veolia Water Delaware, Inc. serve?

Veolia Water Delaware, Inc. serves approximately 100,495 people across 14 ZIP codes in Delaware.

Where does Veolia Water Delaware, Inc. get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Above Current MCL

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). One or more PFAS compounds were measured above the current state-enforceable MCL.

Samples collected
232
Detections
59
Latest sample
12/11/2023
Highest analyte
PFBA: 40.6 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
PFOA 24.4 ppt 10 ppt Above current MCL
PFNA 11.6 ppt 10 ppt Above current MCL
PFBA 40.6 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFPeA 32.1 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFHxA 31.7 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFHpA 27.7 ppt โ€” โ€”

Current MCL reflects the lowest state-enforceable limit (NYS 10 ppt for PFOA/PFOS, effective August 2020). The federal final MCL of 4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS (EPA April 2024 rule) is not enforceable until April 2029. Detections above 4 ppt but below 10 ppt are below current MCL but above the future federal limit.

Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) โ€” per-system federal sampling, 2023โ€“2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program โ†’

Understand PFAS health context and filtration โ†’

How Water Systems Appear in Rankings

Water systems are evaluated by violation history, contaminant detections, and service population. Larger systems with more service connections appear in more rankings.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Veolia Water Delaware, Inc. safe to drink?
Veolia Water Delaware, Inc. has a C safety grade based on 0 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits - independent testing is recommended.
Should I use a water filter?
Veolia Water Delaware, Inc. meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Veolia Water Delaware, Inc. serve?
Veolia Water Delaware, Inc. serves approximately 100,495 people with drinking water across 14 ZIP codes.
What is Veolia Water Delaware, Inc.'s water source?
Veolia Water Delaware, Inc. draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Veolia Water Delaware, Inc.'s water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.002 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Veolia Water Delaware, Inc.'s service area?
The Veolia Water Delaware, Inc. service area has a median household income of $76,736. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Veolia Water Delaware, Inc. get its water?
Veolia Water Delaware, Inc.'s water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Veolia Water Delaware, Inc., DE: Serves 100K People. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/de0000564/
BibTeX
@misc{zipcheckup-water-system-de0000564,
  author = {{ZipCheckup}},
  title  = {{Veolia Water Delaware, Inc., DE: Serves 100K People}},
  year   = {n.d.},
  url    = {https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/de0000564/}
}

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

Veolia Water Delaware, Inc. (EPA ID: DE0000564) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

Home Water Systems Delaware Veolia Water Delaware, Inc.

Get safety alerts for Veolia Water Delaware, Inc., Delaware

Free updates when EPA data changes for this area. No spam.

Unsubscribe anytime. Privacy Policy.

Share This Page

X Facebook
Check your water filter options Free tool - no phone call required.