Water System Report MD

Town of Ridgely

EPA ID: MD0050006 · 1,600 people served · 3 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Town of Ridgely (MD0050006): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Across every monitored period in the past five years, Town of Ridgely reported no EPA violations for its service population of 1,600.

Data: EPA SDWIS

1,600
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 3
Radon Risk · Low
0
Contaminants Flagged
$323K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$76,917
Median Household Income
10,398
Service Area Population
22%
Disadvantaged Population
47th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
58%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Town of Ridgely serves a community with a median household income of $76,917 and an estimated 10,398 residents across its service area. Approximately 58% 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

Town of Ridgely'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
3th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
23th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

44 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
26 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 63% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

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1,575 people
2 violations
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1,553 people
0 violations
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1,516 people
0 violations
Waterside
1,509 people
0 violations
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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,600
Water Filtration $100
Total Estimated Cost $1,700

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

Town of Ridgely (EPA ID: MD0050006) is a community water system in Maryland that serves approximately 1,600 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 communities.

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

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 3 (Low Risk)

Need help with your water quality?

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

Find the Right Water Filter

Free 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 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 Ridgely (MD0050006) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Town of Ridgely water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Town of Ridgely 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 Town of Ridgely serve?

Town of Ridgely serves approximately 1,600 people across 3 ZIP codes in Maryland.

Where does Town of Ridgely get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Town of Ridgely meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Town of Ridgely serve?
Town of Ridgely serves approximately 1,600 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Town of Ridgely's water source?
Town of Ridgely draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Town of Ridgely's service area?
The Town of Ridgely service area has a median household income of $76,917. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Town of Ridgely get its water?
Town of Ridgely'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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