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Seaglass at Rehoboth Beach

EPA ID: DE0020117 ยท 674 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Seaglass at Rehoboth Beach (DE0020117): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Compared to the national average for mid-size utilities, Seaglass at Rehoboth Beach sits well above the baseline - five years of EPA monitoring show no violations, no MCL exceedances, and no enforcement actions for the full service territory of 674 people.

Data: EPA SDWIS

674
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.00058 mg/L
Max Lead Level
0
Contaminants Flagged
$489K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Seaglass at Rehoboth Beach Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$91,445
Median Household Income
29,599
Service Area Population
8%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
26%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Seaglass at Rehoboth Beach serves a community with a median household income of $91,445 and an estimated 29,599 residents across its service area.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Seaglass at Rehoboth Beach'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.

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

Infrastructure Risk

18 yr
Avg Pipe Age
PEX or Copper
Pipe Material
47 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 28% 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. 6 detections recorded. 2 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†’

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,200
PFAS Treatment $600
Total Estimated Cost $1,800

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 $1,800 (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

Seaglass at Rehoboth Beach (EPA ID: DE0020117) is a community water system in Delaware that serves approximately 674 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 19958 in Lewes.

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
0.00058 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.

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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 Seaglass at Rehoboth Beach (DE0020117) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Seaglass at Rehoboth Beach water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Seaglass at Rehoboth Beach 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 Seaglass at Rehoboth Beach serve?

Seaglass at Rehoboth Beach serves approximately 674 people across 1 ZIP code in Delaware.

Where does Seaglass at Rehoboth Beach get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Seaglass at Rehoboth Beach meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Seaglass at Rehoboth Beach serve?
Seaglass at Rehoboth Beach serves approximately 674 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Seaglass at Rehoboth Beach's water source?
Seaglass at Rehoboth Beach draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Seaglass at Rehoboth Beach's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00058 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Seaglass at Rehoboth Beach's service area?
The Seaglass at Rehoboth Beach service area has a median household income of $91,445. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Seaglass at Rehoboth Beach get its water?
Seaglass at Rehoboth Beach'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. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

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