Water System Report MD

Campus Hills Water Works

EPA ID: MD0120007 · 250 people served · 52 ZIP codes

EPA monitoring data for Campus Hills Water Works shows an unblemished five-year compliance history — no violations of any kind have been recorded for this utility, which supplies water to approximately 250 people, covering every reporting cycle without a single MCL exceedance or monitoring lapse.

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

250
People Served
52
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged

Compliance Trajectory

Worsening · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 50 (2022) to 100 (2024). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Campus Hills Water Works Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$63,627
Median Household Income
626,458
Service Area Population
48%
Disadvantaged Population
53th
Poverty Percentile
53th
Energy Burden Percentile
82%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Campus Hills Water Works serves a community with a median household income of $63,627 and an estimated 626,458 residents across its service area. Approximately 82% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 48% of the population in this service area is classified as disadvantaged under EPA's EJScreen criteria. Communities with higher disadvantaged populations often face disproportionate environmental and health burdens, including aging water infrastructure and limited resources for remediation.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Campus Hills Water Works'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
36th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
68th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Frederick 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 68th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

64 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Unknown
Pipe Material
13 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 83% 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. 50 detections recorded. 2 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS).

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

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $660
Radon Mitigation $415
PFAS Treatment $406
Water Filtration $288
Total Estimated Cost $1,769

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 $1,769 (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

Campus Hills Water Works (EPA ID: MD0120007) is a community water system in Maryland that serves approximately 250 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 52 ZIP codes across 3 communities.

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.

Need help with your water quality?

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

Find the Right Water Filter

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

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: 2 ZIP codes confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 50 additional ZIPs inferred from SDWIS registry data. The EPA-confirmed set is the most reliable; SDWIS-inferred entries may be narrower than the real deployment area.

This system serves 52 ZIP codes:

21015 · 21028 · 21201 · 21202 · 21203 21205 · 21206 · 21209 · 21210 · 21211 21212 · 21213 · 21214 · 21215 · 21216 21217 · 21218 · 21223 · 21224 · 21229 21230 · 21231 · 21233 · 21235 · 21239 21240 · 21241 · 21250 · 21251 · 21260 21263 · 21264 · 21265 · 21268 · 21270 21273 · 21274 · 21275 · 21278 · 21279 21280 · 21281 · 21282 · 21283 · 21284 21285 · 21287 · 21288 · 21289 · 21290 21297 · 21298

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Campus Hills Water Works (MD0120007) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Campus Hills Water Works water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Campus Hills Water Works has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Campus Hills Water Works serve?

Campus Hills Water Works serves approximately 250 people across 52 ZIP codes in Maryland.

Where does Campus Hills Water Works get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Campus Hills Water Works meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Campus Hills Water Works serve?
Campus Hills Water Works serves approximately 250 people with drinking water across 52 ZIP codes.
What is Campus Hills Water Works's water source?
Campus Hills Water Works draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Campus Hills Water Works's service area?
The Campus Hills Water Works service area has a median household income of $63,627. EPA EJScreen data classifies 48% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Campus Hills Water Works get its water?
Campus Hills Water Works'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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