Historical Compliance Records MD

Town of New Windsor

EPA ID: MD0060008 ยท 1,732 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Town of New Windsor (MD0060008): 1 EPA violation in the last five years. Five years tracked: Town of New Windsor had 1 violation, all cleared, 1,732 served.

Data: EPA SDWIS

1,732
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
1
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0023 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk ยท High
1
Contaminants Flagged
$434K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$111,923
Median Household Income
5,905
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
20th
Poverty Percentile
30th
Energy Burden Percentile
66%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Town of New Windsor serves a community with a median household income of $111,923 and an estimated 5,905 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.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Town of New Windsor'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
20th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
40th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

55 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
15 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 79% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Town of New Windsor compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Stage 2 DBP Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Maryland

Town of Rock Hall
1,750 people
1 violation
Potomac Heights
1,800 people
0 violations
Town of Oakland
1,850 people
1 violation
Town of Ridgely
1,600 people
0 violations
Town of Greensboro
1,878 people
1 violation

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,200
Total Estimated Cost $2,400

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 $2,400 (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 New Windsor (EPA ID: MD0060008) is a community water system in Maryland that serves approximately 1,732 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 21776 in New Windsor.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 1 record in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 1 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
July 2, 2025 Stage 2 DBP Rule 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 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0023 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 New Windsor (MD0060008) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Town of New Windsor water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Town of New Windsor; its 1 accepted 2021-2026 record are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Town of New Windsor serve?

Town of New Windsor serves approximately 1,732 people across 1 ZIP code in Maryland.

Where does Town of New Windsor get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Town of New Windsor's water?
Detected contaminants include 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 1 contaminant 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 New Windsor serve?
Town of New Windsor serves approximately 1,732 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Town of New Windsor's water source?
Town of New Windsor draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Town of New Windsor's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0023 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Town of New Windsor's service area?
The Town of New Windsor service area has a median household income of $111,923. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Town of New Windsor get its water?
Town of New Windsor'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.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Town of New Windsor (MD): 1 EPA Violation. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/md0060008/
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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 New Windsor (EPA ID: MD0060008) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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