Carpenters Point Water Company
EPA ID: MD0070003 · 400 people served · 3 ZIP codes
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Carpenters Point Water Company (MD0070003): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. In every reporting cycle over the past five years, Carpenters Point Water Company has come through without a single EPA violation - a consistent performance across the full service population of approximately 400 residents that reflects both well-maintained infrastructure and reliable operational oversight.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Carpenters Point Water Company Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Carpenters Point Water Company serves a community with a median household income of $77,500 and an estimated 26,050 residents across its service area. Approximately 56% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Carpenters Point Water Company'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.
Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 90th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.
Infrastructure Risk
PFAS Detected in Service Area
PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 2 detections recorded.
Comparable Water Systems
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Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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
Carpenters Point Water Company (EPA ID: MD0070003) is a community water system in Maryland that serves approximately 400 people from groundwater sources.
This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 communities.
Violation History
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.
Need help with your water quality?
Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree 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 Carpenters Point Water Company (MD0070003) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Carpenters Point Water Company water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Carpenters Point Water Company 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 Carpenters Point Water Company serve?
Carpenters Point Water Company serves approximately 400 people across 3 ZIP codes in Maryland.
Where does Carpenters Point Water Company get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Carpenters Point Water Company Water Quality Report, MD. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/md0070003/
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