Water System Report MD

Glen Meadows Retirement Community

EPA ID: MD0030208 · 468 people served · 9 ZIP codes

Glen Meadows Retirement Community earns a clean bill from EPA monitoring — no violations in five years across a service area of 468 people.

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

C · 56
Avg Safety Score
468
People Served
9
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged
$544K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

Stable · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 5 (2022) to 10 (2024). Violation counts have remained relatively steady.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Glen Meadows Retirement Community Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$156,224
Median Household Income
41,002
Service Area Population
9%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
30th
Energy Burden Percentile
66%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Glen Meadows Retirement Community serves a community with a median household income of $156,224 and an estimated 41,002 residents across its service area. Approximately 66% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Glen Meadows Retirement Community's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
20th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
60th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Baltimore County, Maryland 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 60th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites.

Infrastructure Risk

45 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
24 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 65% 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. 7 detections recorded.

State limits: PFOA: 0.01 ppt, PFOS: 0.01 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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D 0 violations
C 1 violation
Town of Vienna
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B 0 violations
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477 people
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Town of Betterton
481 people
B 0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $800
Radon Mitigation $400
PFAS Treatment $389
Water Filtration $33
Total Estimated Cost $1,622

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 $1,622 (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

GLEN MEADOWS RETIREMENT COMMUNITY (EPA ID: MD0030208) is a community water system in Maryland that serves approximately 468 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 9 ZIP codes across 9 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: C (56/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

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.

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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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 Glen Meadows Retirement Community (MD0030208) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Glen Meadows Retirement Community water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Glen Meadows Retirement Community serve?

Glen Meadows Retirement Community serves approximately 468 people across 9 ZIP codes in Maryland.

Where does Glen Meadows Retirement Community get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Water Source & Treatment

Where this water originates and how it's treated before reaching your tap.

Source
Groundwater
Drawn from underground aquifers via wells.
Disinfectant used
Chlorine

Source: GLEN MEADOWS RETIREMENT COMMUNITY Consumer Confidence Report.

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with this water utility. Treatment and source data are sourced from the utility's published CCR filings.

Treatment regime

How this utility classifies its treatment process and what each reported treatment chemical does.

Treatment classification
Standard
Disinfection plus one or more treatment additives — typically corrosion control, pH adjustment, or fluoridation. Standard regime for utilities serving treated municipal water.

Treatment classification and chemical list sourced from GLEN MEADOWS RETIREMENT COMMUNITY Consumer Confidence Report.

Treatment intensity is a ZipCheckup-derived classification based on the chemicals and processes the utility reports. Chemicals and contamination sources are taken verbatim from the utility's CCR filing. Routine federal monitoring and contaminant testing shown elsewhere on this page determine whether the water meets safety standards, not the treatment classification.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Glen Meadows Retirement Community safe to drink?
Glen Meadows Retirement Community has a C safety grade based on 0 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
Should I use a water filter?
Glen Meadows Retirement Community meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Glen Meadows Retirement Community serve?
Glen Meadows Retirement Community serves approximately 468 people with drinking water across 9 ZIP codes.
What is Glen Meadows Retirement Community's water source?
Glen Meadows Retirement Community draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Glen Meadows Retirement Community's service area?
The Glen Meadows Retirement Community service area has a median household income of $156,224. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Glen Meadows Retirement Community get its water?
Glen Meadows Retirement Community's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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Glen Meadows Retirement Community (EPA ID: MD0030208) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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