Water System Report DE

Fox Pointe Subdivision

EPA ID: DE00A0696 · 500 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Throughout five consecutive years of federal water monitoring, Fox Pointe Subdivision recorded zero violations — solid performance for a utility serving 500 people.

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

500
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$214K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Fox Pointe Subdivision Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$57,180
Median Household Income
27,340
Service Area Population
28%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
51%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Fox Pointe Subdivision serves a community with a median household income of $57,180 and an estimated 27,340 residents across its service area. Approximately 51% 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

Fox Pointe Subdivision'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
10th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
80th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 0% of homes in Kent 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 80th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

36 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
32 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 53% 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. 5 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 →

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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 $300
Total Estimated Cost $1,500

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 $1,500 (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

Fox Pointe Subdivision (EPA ID: DE00A0696) is a community water system in Delaware that serves approximately 500 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 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 Fox Pointe Subdivision (DE00A0696) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fox Pointe Subdivision water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Fox Pointe Subdivision serve?

Fox Pointe Subdivision serves approximately 500 people across 2 ZIP codes in Delaware.

Where does Fox Pointe Subdivision get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

0
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
258
Confirmed Non-Lead

This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.

Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.

Federal Regulatory Status · 2026Q1
LCRR inventory submission: Reported all required service line types
Latest tap sample on 2025-07-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 500
Reported to Delaware

Source: EPA SDWIS Federal Service Line Inventory (Phase 2) · Submitted 2026

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with the utility or state agency. Inventory figures render verbatim from the public LCRI submission cited above; ZipCheckup does not perform inspections or replacements.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Fox Pointe Subdivision meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Fox Pointe Subdivision serve?
Fox Pointe Subdivision serves approximately 500 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Fox Pointe Subdivision's water source?
Fox Pointe Subdivision draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Fox Pointe Subdivision's service area?
The Fox Pointe Subdivision service area has a median household income of $57,180. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Fox Pointe Subdivision get its water?
Fox Pointe Subdivision'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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