Wild Quail Pump District
EPA ID: DE00A0159 · 1,017 people served · 3 ZIP codes
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Wild Quail Pump District (DE00A0159): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. With a five-year violation-free history, Wild Quail Pump District delivers safe water to 1,017 residents.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Wild Quail Pump District Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Wild Quail Pump District serves a community with a median household income of $71,466 and an estimated 56,318 residents across its service area. 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?
Wild Quail Pump District'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.
Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 80th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.
Infrastructure Risk
Comparable Water Systems
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Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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.
System Overview
Wild Quail Pump District (EPA ID: DE00A0159) is a community water system in Delaware that serves approximately 1,017 people from groundwater sources.
This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 communities.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.002 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.
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: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — 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 Wild Quail Pump District (DE00A0159) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Wild Quail Pump District water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Wild Quail Pump District 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 Wild Quail Pump District serve?
Wild Quail Pump District serves approximately 1,017 people across 3 ZIP codes in Delaware.
Where does Wild Quail Pump District get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Wild Quail Pump District Water Quality Report, DE. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/de00a0159/
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