Slaughter Beach Public Water System
EPA ID: DE0002618 · 846 people served · 2 ZIP codes
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA records for Slaughter Beach Public Water System (DE0002618): no drinking-water violations recorded since 2021. With no violations in its EPA file, Slaughter Beach Public Water System serves 846 residents.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Slaughter Beach Public Water System Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Demographics of ZIP Codes Served
The ZIP codes associated with Slaughter Beach Public Water System have a median household income of $66,175 and about 29,627 residents live in those ZIP codes (Census; not the number of people this system supplies). Approximately 41% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Slaughter Beach Public Water System's water is classified in EPA records as a groundwater source. 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.
Infrastructure Risk
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System Overview
Slaughter Beach Public Water System (EPA ID: DE0002618) is a community water system in Delaware that serves approximately 846 people from groundwater sources.
This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.001 mg/L | No | 2023-06-30 |
No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.
Need help with your water quality?
Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree tip: Ask your water utility whether running cold water for 2 minutes is enough to flush your plumbing before drinking.
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 available EPA compliance records for Slaughter Beach Public Water System (DE0002618) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Slaughter Beach Public Water System water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Slaughter Beach Public Water System 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 Slaughter Beach Public Water System serve?
Slaughter Beach Public Water System serves approximately 846 people across 2 ZIP codes in Delaware.
Where does Slaughter Beach Public Water System get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Slaughter Beach Public Water System Water Quality Report, DE. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/de0002618/
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