Water System Report MD

Town of Hebron

EPA ID: MD0220002 ยท 1,022 people served ยท 3 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Town of Hebron (MD0220002): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. With a five-year violation-free history, Town of Hebron delivers safe water to 1,022 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

1,022
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 3
Radon Risk ยท Low
0
Contaminants Flagged
$245K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$76,007
Median Household Income
42,519
Service Area Population
26%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
44%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Town of Hebron serves a community with a median household income of $76,007 and an estimated 42,519 residents across its service area. Approximately 44% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Town of Hebron'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
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
30th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

38 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
32 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 54% 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. 6 detections recorded. 2 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS). 1 exceeds state limits.

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 โ†’

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Maryland

Town of Willards
1,021 people
5 violations
Breton Bay
1,012 people
2 violations
Sam Hill Estates
1,036 people
0 violations
0 violations
Pine Hills
953 people
1 violation

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,400
PFAS Treatment $200
Water Filtration $100
Total Estimated Cost $1,700

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 $1,700 (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

Town of Hebron (EPA ID: MD0220002) is a community water system in Maryland that serves approximately 1,022 people from groundwater sources.

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

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

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.

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 3 (Low Risk)

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking โ€” 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 Town of Hebron (MD0220002) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Town of Hebron water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Town of Hebron 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 Town of Hebron serve?

Town of Hebron serves approximately 1,022 people across 3 ZIP codes in Maryland.

Where does Town of Hebron get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Town of Hebron 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 Hebron serve?
Town of Hebron serves approximately 1,022 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Town of Hebron's water source?
Town of Hebron draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Town of Hebron's service area?
The Town of Hebron service area has a median household income of $76,007. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Town of Hebron get its water?
Town of Hebron'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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