Water System Report MD

Town of Friendsville

EPA ID: MD0110004 · 622 people served · 1 ZIP code

In the most recent five-year monitoring window, Town of Friendsville posted zero EPA violations serving 622 residents.

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

622
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$210K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$65,302
Median Household Income
13,469
Service Area Population
29%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
59%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Town of Friendsville serves a community with a median household income of $65,302 and an estimated 13,469 residents across its service area. Approximately 59% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Town of Friendsville'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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
20th
Superfund Site Proximity

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

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

Comparable Water Systems

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Town of Millington
625 people
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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,200
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $1,600

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 Friendsville (EPA ID: MD0110004) is a community water system in Maryland that serves approximately 622 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 21550 in Oakland.

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

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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

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 Town of Friendsville (MD0110004) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Town of Friendsville water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Town of Friendsville has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Town of Friendsville serve?

Town of Friendsville serves approximately 622 people across 1 ZIP code in Maryland.

Where does Town of Friendsville get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

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
374
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
Latest tap sample on 2016-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 622
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?
Town of Friendsville 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 Friendsville serve?
Town of Friendsville serves approximately 622 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Town of Friendsville's water source?
Town of Friendsville draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Town of Friendsville's service area?
The Town of Friendsville service area has a median household income of $65,302. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Town of Friendsville get its water?
Town of Friendsville'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. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.
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