Water System Report MD

Steeplechase Waterworks

EPA ID: MD0220010 ยท 395 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA records for Steeplechase Waterworks (MD0220010): a lead 90th-percentile reading above the EPA action level. No violations appear in the federal EPA file for Steeplechase Waterworks, which supplies 395 people.

Data: EPA SDWIS

395
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (since 2021)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0183 mg/L
Most recent lead 90th percentile on record (monitoring period ending 2022-12-31) - Above EPA Action Level
0
Contaminants Flagged
$266K
Median Home Value in ZIP Codes Served

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Steeplechase Waterworks Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Demographics of ZIP Codes Served

$88,578
Median Household Income
35,064
Population of ZIP Codes Served (Census)
26%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
39%
Pre-1986 Housing

The ZIP codes associated with Steeplechase Waterworks have a median household income of $88,578 and about 35,064 residents live in those ZIP codes (Census; not the number of people this system supplies).

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Steeplechase Waterworks's water is classified in EPA records as a groundwater source. 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

37 yr
Estimated pipe age (modeled from housing age)
Copper
Likely pipe material (modeled)
33 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 53% of expected lifespan used (estimate) End of life

PFAS in ZIP Codes This System Serves

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been reported in samples from water systems associated with the ZIP codes in this system's area. These results can come from other water systems serving the same ZIP codes; check the UCMR5 section for any results reported for this system. 6 detections recorded. 2 detections are above the level of a federal PFAS MCL (4 ppt for PFOA and PFOS), with compliance required from 2029.

Health concern: Exposure to certain PFAS has been associated with some cancers and with immune and developmental effects; effects differ by compound. Many PFAS break down very slowly in the environment.
Recommended filter: An activated carbon filter certified under NSF/ANSI 53 or a reverse osmosis system certified under NSF/ANSI 58 for the PFAS listed in its certification. Find the right filter โ†’

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

PFAS Treatment
PFAS Treatment $600
Total Estimated Cost $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.

Cost of Inaction

Illustrative per-household cost scenario based on stated assumptions:

Lead Exposure - Child Lifetime Cost $10,000

Per affected child (estimate)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,945
10 years
$5,890
20 years
$11,780

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $600 (one-time) vs. $5,890 in estimated inaction costs over 10 years.

Individual costs vary by household size, property, and health factors. These estimates are for awareness, not financial advice.

System Overview

Steeplechase Waterworks (EPA ID: MD0220010) is a community water system in Maryland that serves approximately 395 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 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
0.0183 mg/L Yes 2022-12-31
Lead exceeds EPA action level in at least one sampling location. Consider using a certified NSF/ANSI 53 or NSF/ANSI 58 filter rated for lead removal.

No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.

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: Ask your water utility whether running cold water for 2 minutes is enough to flush your plumbing before drinking.

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 available EPA compliance records for Steeplechase Waterworks (MD0220010) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Steeplechase Waterworks water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Steeplechase Waterworks 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 Steeplechase Waterworks serve?

Steeplechase Waterworks serves approximately 395 people across 2 ZIP codes in Maryland.

Where does Steeplechase Waterworks get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter? ▼
No EPA drinking-water violations since 2021 are on record for Steeplechase Waterworks; this page does not establish contaminant levels at your tap. That is a compliance record, not a guarantee about the water at your tap; a certified filter can target a specific contaminant you are concerned about.
How many people does Steeplechase Waterworks serve? ▼
Steeplechase Waterworks serves approximately 395 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Steeplechase Waterworks's water source? ▼
Steeplechase Waterworks draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Steeplechase Waterworks's water? ▼
The most recent 90th-percentile lead result on record is 0.0183 mg/L (sample period ending 2022-12-31). This exceeds the EPA action level of 0.015 mg/L. A lead-certified filter is recommended, especially for homes with young children.
What is the demographic profile of the ZIP codes associated with Steeplechase Waterworks? ▼
The ZIP codes mapped to Steeplechase Waterworks have a median household income of $88,578 (Census ZIP-code estimate). Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Steeplechase Waterworks get its water? ▼
Steeplechase Waterworks's water is classified in EPA records as a groundwater source. 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 the available data, the modeled source-contamination category is moderate; test local water to assess actual exposure.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Steeplechase Waterworks Water Quality Report, MD. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/md0220010/
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