Water System Report MD

Keswick Multi-care Center

EPA ID: MD0300005 · 575 people served · 50 ZIP codes

Federal monitoring spanning five full years has produced zero violations at Keswick Multi-care Center — a clean record across every reporting cycle for a utility serving approximately 575 residents.

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

575
People Served
50
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
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 Keswick Multi-care Center Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$62,272
Median Household Income
593,135
Service Area Population
50%
Disadvantaged Population
54th
Poverty Percentile
54th
Energy Burden Percentile
85%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Keswick Multi-care Center serves a community with a median household income of $62,272 and an estimated 593,135 residents across its service area. Approximately 85% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 50% 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?

Surface Water

Keswick Multi-care Center's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
37th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
67th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Baltimore city, 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 67th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites.

Infrastructure Risk

65 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Unknown
Pipe Material
12 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 84% 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. 41 detections recorded.

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 →

Comparable Water Systems

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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 $638
Radon Mitigation $416
PFAS Treatment $410
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $1,764

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 $1,764 (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

Keswick Multi-care Center (EPA ID: MD0300005) is a community water system in Maryland that serves approximately 575 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 50 ZIP codes across 1 community.

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 48 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 50 ZIP codes:

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 Keswick Multi-care Center (MD0300005) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Keswick Multi-care Center water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Keswick Multi-care Center has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Keswick Multi-care Center serve?

Keswick Multi-care Center serves approximately 575 people across 50 ZIP codes in Maryland.

Where does Keswick Multi-care Center get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Keswick Multi-care Center meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Keswick Multi-care Center serve?
Keswick Multi-care Center serves approximately 575 people with drinking water across 50 ZIP codes.
What is Keswick Multi-care Center's water source?
Keswick Multi-care Center draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Keswick Multi-care Center's service area?
The Keswick Multi-care Center service area has a median household income of $62,272. EPA EJScreen data classifies 50% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Keswick Multi-care Center get its water?
Keswick Multi-care Center's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.
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