Nantucket Point(distribution-delaware)
EPA ID: MD0230020 · 500 people served · 2 ZIP codes
Nantucket Point(distribution-delaware) carries zero EPA violations in five years — a spotless record for a utility serving 500 residents.
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Nantucket Point(distribution-delaware) Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Nantucket Point(distribution-delaware) serves a community with a median household income of $83,333 and an estimated 35,384 residents across its service area. Approximately 48% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Nantucket Point(distribution-delaware)'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 Worcester 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. 6 detections recorded.
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
Nantucket Point(distribution-delaware) (EPA ID: MD0230020) is a community water system in Maryland that serves approximately 500 people from groundwater sources.
This system provides water to 2 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: 1 ZIP code confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 1 additional ZIP 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 Nantucket Point(distribution-delaware) (MD0230020) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Nantucket Point(distribution-delaware) water safe to drink?
Based on EPA records, Nantucket Point(distribution-delaware) has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.
How many people does Nantucket Point(distribution-delaware) serve?
Nantucket Point(distribution-delaware) serves approximately 500 people across 2 ZIP codes in Maryland.
Where does Nantucket Point(distribution-delaware) get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.