Seaford, DE 19973

5 water systems • 8,964 residents

Good water quality with few concerns

B

Score: 64/100

Graded on EPA violations, contaminants, severity, compliance, and enforcement history. See methodology.

Data updated June 2026 • Sources: EPA ECHO and EPA Envirofacts

10

Contaminants Detected

240

Violations on Record

71

Health-Based Violations

0

Recent Violations

Grade Breakdown

Contaminant Count15 / 25
Violation History19 / 25
Contaminant Severity7 / 25
System Compliance0 / 15
Enforcement History0 / 10
Total Score64%

64 / 100 points

Recommended Water Filters

  • ✓Point-of-Use Carbon Filter (NSF-certified for lead)
  • ✓Reverse Osmosis or Ion Exchange Filter
  • ✓Ultraviolet (UV) Purification
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Seaford vs DE & National Average

Detected Contaminants

10 contaminants detected across water systems serving this ZIP code

ContaminantCategory
NitrateAgricultural
Lead and Copper RuleHeavy Metal
FluorideInorganic
Coliform (TCR)Microorganism
Revised Total Coliform RuleMicroorganism
Consumer Confidence RuleOther
Groundwater RuleOther
Public NoticeOther
Combined Radium (-226 and -228)Radiological
TetrachloroethyleneVolatile Organic

Water System Information

Systems Serving This ZIP:
SEAFORD WATER DEPARTMENT, PINE RIDGE MOBILE HOME PARK, BLADES, TOWN OF, TODDS MOBILE COURT, HOME TOWN VILLAGE OF COOL BRANCH
Population Served:
8,964
Systems With Violations:
5 of 5
Major Violations:
13
Enforcement Actions:
230

Nearby Areas

19956

Laurel • 0.3 mi away

B

19933

Bridgeville • 2.7 mi away

A

19958

Lewes • 3 mi away

A

19947

Georgetown • 3.1 mi away

C

19940

Delmar • 3.6 mi away

A

19968

Milton • 3.9 mi away

B

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the grade mean?

Our A–F grade ranks this ZIP code's water quality against every other analyzed ZIP in the country, based on EPA data. A = among the best, F = among the most troubled.

Is my tap water safe to drink?

Water systems regulated by the EPA must comply with Safe Drinking Water Act standards. However, if you're concerned about water quality, consider a water filter appropriate for your contaminants.

How often is the data updated?

We update our data quarterly with the latest EPA ECHO and Envirofacts data. Historical violations are tracked to identify patterns.

What filters do you recommend?

Filter recommendations are based on detected contaminants in your area. See our Filter Guide for detailed information about different filter types.