Water Quality in Ellicott City, MD
57 water systems serving 76,786 people
City Overview
Average lead detection across Ellicott City water systems is 2.3 ppb (Low). The EPA action level is 15 ppb.
Violation Summary
| Total violations on record | 679 |
| Health-based violations | 264 |
| Lead action level violations | 0 |
| Open (unresolved) violations | 0 |
Water Systems in Ellicott City
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ellicott City tap water safe to drink?
Ellicott City tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants. Review the individual water system pages below for the latest lead sample results and violation history.
What is the water quality in Ellicott City, Maryland?
Ellicott City has 57 public water systems serving approximately 76,786 people. The average lead level across sampled systems is 2.3 ppb. There are 679 total violations on record.
Does Ellicott City have lead in the water?
EPA monitoring data shows an average lead detection of 2.3 ppb across Ellicott City's water systems. The EPA action level is 15 ppb. No lead action level violations are currently reported.
How many water utilities serve Ellicott City?
57 public water systems are registered in Ellicott City, Maryland with the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System. Together they serve approximately 76,786 people.