Steeplechase Waterworks
EPA ID: MD0220010 · 395 people served · 5 ZIP codes
Across every monitored period in the past five years, Steeplechase Waterworks reported no EPA violations for its service population of 395.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Steeplechase Waterworks Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Steeplechase Waterworks serves a community with a median household income of $68,882 and an estimated 74,525 residents across its service area. Approximately 46% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Steeplechase Waterworks'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.
About 1% of homes in Wicomico 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
PFAS Detected in Service Area
PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 12 detections recorded. 4 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS). 2 exceed state limits.
Comparable Water Systems
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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
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 5 ZIP codes across 2 communities.
Violation History
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 FilterFree 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 3 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.
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Steeplechase Waterworks (MD0220010) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Steeplechase Waterworks water safe to drink?
Based on EPA records, Steeplechase Waterworks has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.
How many people does Steeplechase Waterworks serve?
Steeplechase Waterworks serves approximately 395 people across 5 ZIP codes in Maryland.
Where does Steeplechase Waterworks get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.