Water System Report MD

Chesapeake Heights (bayside Forest)

EPA ID: MD0040018 · 1,190 people served · 3 ZIP codes

In every reporting cycle over the past five years, Chesapeake Heights (bayside Forest) has come through without a single EPA violation — a consistent performance across the full service population of approximately 1,190 residents that reflects both well-maintained infrastructure and reliable operational oversight.

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

1,190
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$428K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Chesapeake Heights (bayside Forest) Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$135,925
Median Household Income
38,595
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
10th
Poverty Percentile
30th
Energy Burden Percentile
43%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Chesapeake Heights (bayside Forest) serves a community with a median household income of $135,925 and an estimated 38,595 residents across its service area. Approximately 43% 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

Chesapeake Heights (bayside Forest)'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.

Low Risk
Source Contamination Risk
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
40th
Superfund Site Proximity

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

Infrastructure Risk

40 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
30 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 57% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance Water Filtration
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,200
Water Filtration $100
Total Estimated Cost $2,500

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.

System Overview

Chesapeake Heights (bayside Forest) (EPA ID: MD0040018) is a community water system in Maryland that serves approximately 1,190 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 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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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 MD or modeled from parcel and building-footprint data.

  • 20639 — Huntingtown
  • 20678 — Prince Frederick
  • 20732 — Chesapeake Beach

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Chesapeake Heights (bayside Forest) (MD0040018) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chesapeake Heights (bayside Forest) water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Chesapeake Heights (bayside Forest) has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Chesapeake Heights (bayside Forest) serve?

Chesapeake Heights (bayside Forest) serves approximately 1,190 people across 3 ZIP codes in Maryland.

Where does Chesapeake Heights (bayside Forest) 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
152
Unknown Material
0
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 2021-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 1,190
Reported to Maryland

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?
Chesapeake Heights (bayside Forest) meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Chesapeake Heights (bayside Forest) serve?
Chesapeake Heights (bayside Forest) serves approximately 1,190 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Chesapeake Heights (bayside Forest)'s water source?
Chesapeake Heights (bayside Forest) draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Chesapeake Heights (bayside Forest)'s service area?
The Chesapeake Heights (bayside Forest) service area has a median household income of $135,925. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Chesapeake Heights (bayside Forest) get its water?
Chesapeake Heights (bayside Forest)'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.
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