Historical Compliance Records MD 1 HEALTH VIOLATION

Town of North Beach

EPA ID: MD0040030 ยท 3,000 people served ยท 4 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Town of North Beach (MD0040030): 1 past health-based violation, since resolved. Town of North Beach carries 4 resolved violations in the five-year EPA record - each has been formally closed, and the supplier, which serves approximately 3,000 people, now meets all applicable federal drinking water standards with no open enforcement activity remaining.

Data: EPA SDWIS

3,000
People Served
4
ZIP Codes Served
4
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 1
Radon Risk ยท High
3
Contaminants Flagged
$499K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Town of North Beach Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$135,925
Median Household Income
26,280
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
13th
Poverty Percentile
27th
Energy Burden Percentile
52%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Town of North Beach serves a community with a median household income of $135,925 and an estimated 26,280 residents across its service area. Approximately 52% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Town of North Beach'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
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
48th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

38 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
33 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 54% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Town of North Beach compares to EPA limits

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.06 mg/L
Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.08 mg/L
Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns

What This Means For You

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L. Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.08 mg/L. Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Stage 2 DBP Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.

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Comparable Water Systems

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0 violations
Country Lakes
3,016 people
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City of Crisfield
2,976 people
0 violations
Town of Emmitsburg
2,921 people
5 violations
Cedar Cove
2,728 people
1 violation

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,050
Radon Mitigation $900
Water Filtration $75
Total Estimated Cost $2,025

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:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,500
10 years
$5,000
20 years
$10,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,025 (one-time) vs. $5,000 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

Town of North Beach (EPA ID: MD0040030) is a community water system in Maryland that serves approximately 3,000 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 4 ZIP codes across 4 communities.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 4 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 4 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 0 unaddressed. Under this source contract, current noncompliance is the sum of addressed and unaddressed records. Archived and resolved records are excluded from current noncompliance.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Health-based Resolved
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2024 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2024 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 2 Yes
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 1 No

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0 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.

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 1 (High Risk)

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

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking โ€” 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 MD 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 Town of North Beach (MD0040030) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Town of North Beach water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Town of North Beach; its 4 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Town of North Beach serve?

Town of North Beach serves approximately 3,000 people across 4 ZIP codes in Maryland.

Where does Town of North Beach get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Town of North Beach's water?
Detected contaminants include Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM), Stage 2 DBP Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 3 contaminants above EPA limits, a certified water filter can provide an extra layer of protection. The best type depends on specific contaminants in your water.
How many people does Town of North Beach serve?
Town of North Beach serves approximately 3,000 people with drinking water across 4 ZIP codes.
What is Town of North Beach's water source?
Town of North Beach draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Town of North Beach's service area?
The Town of North Beach 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 Town of North Beach get its water?
Town of North Beach'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.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Town of North Beach (MD): 1 Health Violation. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/md0040030/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

Home test kits can detect lead, bacteria, and other contaminants at your tap. Find the right filter โ†’

2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report โ†’

3

Contact your utility

Town of North Beach (EPA ID: MD0040030) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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