Good — Average Score 77/100
State Overview
Water quality across Maryland receives an overall grade of B (Good) with an average score of 77 out of 100, based on EPA compliance data from 357 ZIP codes statewide. This is roughly in line with the national average of 75. Approximately 6% of ZIP codes (22 areas) receive a D or F grade, indicating communities with notable water quality concerns that warrant attention. The lowest-scoring area is ZIP code 21921 (Elkton) with a score of 33/100. Scores are calculated from EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) violation records, lead and copper testing results, PFAS monitoring data from UCMR5, and enforcement actions over the past 5 years.
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