Water System Report DE

Kingsmill

EPA ID: DE0020140 · 381 people served · 3 ZIP codes

Zero violations in five consecutive years of EPA monitoring — Kingsmill has held a clean track record across every reporting cycle in that span, with no enforcement activity of any kind on file for the full service population of 381 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02

381
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$290K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Demographics

$91,921
Median Household Income
105,394
Service Area Population
19%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
40th
Energy Burden Percentile
49%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Kingsmill serves a community with a median household income of $91,921 and an estimated 105,394 residents across its service area. Approximately 49% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Kingsmill'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
50th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
90th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in New Castle County, Delaware rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 90th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

48 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
20 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 71% 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. 20 detections recorded. 6 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 →

Comparable Water Systems

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $800
Radon Mitigation $400
PFAS Treatment $400
Total Estimated Cost $1,600

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 $1,600 (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

Kingsmill (EPA ID: DE0020140) is a community water system in Delaware that serves approximately 381 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

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

ZIP Codes Served

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Kingsmill (DE0020140) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kingsmill water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Kingsmill has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Kingsmill serve?

Kingsmill serves approximately 381 people across 3 ZIP codes in Delaware.

Where does Kingsmill get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Kingsmill meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Kingsmill serve?
Kingsmill serves approximately 381 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Kingsmill's water source?
Kingsmill draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Kingsmill's service area?
The Kingsmill service area has a median household income of $91,921. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Kingsmill get its water?
Kingsmill'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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