Water System Report MD

Pomunk Water Company Distribution System

EPA ID: MD0080084 · 340 people served · 4 ZIP codes

Across every monitored period in the past five years, Pomunk Water Company Distribution System reported no EPA violations for its service population of 340.

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

340
People Served
4
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$381K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Pomunk Water Company Distribution System Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$120,278
Median Household Income
89,414
Service Area Population
3%
Disadvantaged Population
20th
Poverty Percentile
40th
Energy Burden Percentile
39%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Pomunk Water Company Distribution System serves a community with a median household income of $120,278 and an estimated 89,414 residents across its service area.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Pomunk Water Company Distribution System'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
20th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
60th
Superfund Site Proximity

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

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

42 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
27 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 61% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 9 detections recorded.

State limits: PFOA: 0.01 ppt, PFOS: 0.01 ppt
Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter →

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $900
PFAS Treatment $375
Total Estimated Cost $2,475

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:

PFAS Exposure — Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,475 (one-time) vs. $330 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

Pomunk Water Company Distribution System (EPA ID: MD0080084) is a community water system in Maryland that serves approximately 340 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 4 ZIP codes across 1 community.

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

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Pomunk Water Company Distribution System (MD0080084) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pomunk Water Company Distribution System water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Pomunk Water Company Distribution System has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Pomunk Water Company Distribution System serve?

Pomunk Water Company Distribution System serves approximately 340 people across 4 ZIP codes in Maryland.

Where does Pomunk Water Company Distribution System 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
78
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
Population served: 340
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?
Pomunk Water Company Distribution System meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Pomunk Water Company Distribution System serve?
Pomunk Water Company Distribution System serves approximately 340 people with drinking water across 4 ZIP codes.
What is Pomunk Water Company Distribution System's water source?
Pomunk Water Company Distribution System draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Pomunk Water Company Distribution System's service area?
The Pomunk Water Company Distribution System service area has a median household income of $120,278. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Pomunk Water Company Distribution System get its water?
Pomunk Water Company Distribution System'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.
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