Fountaindale South
EPA ID: MD0100013 · 2,610 people served · 5 ZIP codes
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Fountaindale South (MD0100013): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Throughout five consecutive years of federal water monitoring, Fountaindale South recorded zero violations - solid performance for a utility serving 2,610 people.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Fountaindale South Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary - Grade C
Service Area Demographics
The Fountaindale South serves a community with a median household income of $134,677 and an estimated 107,751 residents across its service area. Approximately 53% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Fountaindale South's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap.
Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites.
Infrastructure Risk
PFAS Detected in Service Area
PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 16 detections recorded. 4 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS). 2 exceed state limits.
Comparable Water Systems
Similar-sized systems in Maryland
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
Fountaindale South (EPA ID: MD0100013) is a community water system in Maryland that serves approximately 2,610 people from surface water sources.
This system provides water to 5 ZIP codes across 4 communities.
ZIP-Area Home Safety Context: C (67/100)
This is the average Home Safety Score for 1 of 5 service-area ZIP codes with all required score domains observed. It is not a grade for the water utility.
Model 4.0.0 uses SDWIS identity plus accepted ECHO SDWA lifecycle-based water compliance, the UCMR 5 PFAS MCL screen, EPA radon zone, and annual EPA AirData AQI across three equally weighted domains. Missing required evidence suppresses the score.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.001 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 $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 Fountaindale South (MD0100013) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fountaindale South water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Fountaindale South 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 Fountaindale South serve?
Fountaindale South serves approximately 2,610 people across 5 ZIP codes in Maryland.
Where does Fountaindale South get its water?
The primary water source is surface water.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Fountaindale South Water Quality Report, MD. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/md0100013/
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What You Can Do
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