19940
Delmar, DE
Sussex County · Seaford, DE metro area
STAGE VILLAGE MHC

Is Delmar tap water safe to drink?

Higher concern
Last tested: December 2024
Source: EPA UCMR5 utility monitoring plus EPA Water Quality Portal well sampling (mapped to nearest ZIP). Last tested December 2024.
Township:
  • Laurel-Delmar CCD, DE
Neighborhood:
  • Delmar

The short answer for Delmar

Delmar tap water has 4 contaminants above EPA guidelines, including PFBS at 4.0× the limit (tested August 2023). See the full compound-by-compound breakdown and filter recommendations.

The health risk for Delmar

PFAS ('forever chemicals') have been detected above EPA limits in this water system's most recent tests. These synthetic chemicals do not break down in the body and are linked to a range of health effects. A certified filter is strongly recommended.
  • PFBS, PFOA, PFOS, PFPeA above limit.
PFBS concentration (µg/L) August 2023
0 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 0.02 µg/L
0.012 µg/L
Detected
µg/L
0.003 µg/L
EPA limit
guideline
300% above limit
Comparison
vs. guideline
EPA limit: 0.003 µg/L | Your water: 0.012 µg/L
Certified Filters for Delmar Tap Water

PFBS (a PFAS 'forever chemical') was detected above EPA limits. These filters are independently certified to reduce common drinking-water contaminants.

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Most elevated compounds
Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
PFBS
Tested: August 2023 · STAGE VILLAGE MHC		 0.012 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 300% above limit
PFOS
Tested: August 2023 · STAGE VILLAGE MHC		 0.009 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 112% above limit
PFOA
Tested: August 2023 · STAGE VILLAGE MHC		 0.008 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 90% above limit
PFPeA
Tested: August 2023 · STAGE VILLAGE MHC		 0.005 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 53% above limit
4:2 FTS
Tested: December 2024 · DELMAR UTILITY COMM (TN OF DELMAR)		 0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 100% of limit
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STAGE VILLAGE MHC · Tested: August 2023

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
PFBS 0.012 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 300% above limit
PFOS 0.009 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 112% above limit
PFOA 0.008 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 90% above limit
PFPeA 0.005 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 53% above limit
PFHxA 0.004 µg/L 3 µg/L 0.1% of limit
lithium <9.000 µg/L 10 µg/L Below limit
PFHxS <0.003 µg/L 0.004 µg/L Below limit
HFPO-DA <0.005 µg/L 0.01 µg/L Below limit
PFNA <0.004 µg/L 0.01 µg/L Below limit
PFBA <0.005 µg/L 6 µg/L Below limit
11Cl-PF3OUdS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
4:2 FTS <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
6:2 FTS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
8:2 FTS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
9Cl-PF3ONS <0.002 µg/L 0.002 µg/L Below limit
ADONA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFDA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFDoA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFHpA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFHpS <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFTrDA <0.007 µg/L 0.007 µg/L Below limit
PFUnA <0.002 µg/L 0.002 µg/L Below limit

DELMAR UTILITY COMM (TN OF DELMAR) · Tested: December 2024

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
lithium <9.000 µg/L 10 µg/L Below limit
PFHxS <0.003 µg/L 0.004 µg/L Below limit
HFPO-DA <0.005 µg/L 0.01 µg/L Below limit
PFNA <0.004 µg/L 0.01 µg/L Below limit
PFHxA <0.003 µg/L 3 µg/L Below limit
PFBA <0.005 µg/L 6 µg/L Below limit
11Cl-PF3OUdS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
4:2 FTS <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
6:2 FTS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
8:2 FTS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
9Cl-PF3ONS <0.002 µg/L 0.002 µg/L Below limit
ADONA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFBS <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFDA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFDoA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFHpA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFHpS <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFOA <0.004 µg/L 0.004 µg/L Below limit
PFOS <0.004 µg/L 0.004 µg/L Below limit
PFPeA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFTrDA <0.007 µg/L 0.007 µg/L Below limit
PFUnA <0.002 µg/L 0.002 µg/L Below limit

DELMAR UTILITY COMM (TN OF DELMAR) · Tested: December 2024

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
4:2 FTS 0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 100% of limit
lithium <9.000 µg/L 10 µg/L Below limit
PFHxS <0.003 µg/L 0.004 µg/L Below limit
HFPO-DA <0.005 µg/L 0.01 µg/L Below limit
PFNA <0.004 µg/L 0.01 µg/L Below limit
PFHxA <0.003 µg/L 3 µg/L Below limit
PFBA <0.005 µg/L 6 µg/L Below limit
11Cl-PF3OUdS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
4:2 FTS <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
6:2 FTS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
8:2 FTS <0.005 µg/L 0.005 µg/L Below limit
9Cl-PF3ONS <0.002 µg/L 0.002 µg/L Below limit
ADONA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFBS <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFDA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFDoA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFHpA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFHpS <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFOA <0.004 µg/L 0.004 µg/L Below limit
PFOS <0.004 µg/L 0.004 µg/L Below limit
PFPeA <0.003 µg/L 0.003 µg/L Below limit
PFTrDA <0.007 µg/L 0.007 µg/L Below limit
PFUnA <0.002 µg/L 0.002 µg/L Below limit

PCMN-207 · Tested: June 2025

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
Nitrate 2.380 mg/L 1E+04 mg/L 0.0% of limit
Nitrate + Nitrite 2.380 mg/L 1E+04 mg/L 0.0% of limit
Alkalinity, total 117.000 mg/L — —
Ammonia-nitrogen 0.010 mg/L — —
Calcium 59400.000 µg/L — —
Chloride 277.000 mg/L — —
Magnesium 7730.000 µg/L — —
Nitrogen 2.340 mg/L — —
Potassium 5530.000 µg/L — —
Silica 3.500 mg/L — —
Sodium 113000.000 µg/L — —
Sulfate 8.800 mg/L — —
Total dissolved solids 609.000 mg/L — —

Water utilities serving ZIP 19940

Service area boundaries are approximate and based on state filings or modeled estimates. Contact your utility to confirm exact service at a specific address.

Modeled boundaries are shown with a dashed outline. Outlines appear when service-area boundary data is available for this ZIP.

Frequently Asked Questions about ZIP 19940 Tap Water

What contaminants are above EPA limits in ZIP 19940?

ZIP 19940 has 4 contaminants above EPA health guidelines in the latest available data, including PFBS at 4.0x the EPA guideline. The full table on this page lists every tested compound and its measured level.

Will boiling ZIP 19940 tap water remove PFBS?

No. Boiling does not remove PFAS, and the compounds can actually become more concentrated as water evaporates. To reduce PFAS at home, use a filter independently certified to NSF/ANSI P473 (activated-carbon pitcher or under-sink) or NSF/ANSI 58 (reverse osmosis).

Do basic pitcher filters remove PFBS?

Most basic pitcher filters are only certified to NSF/ANSI 42 or 53, which do not cover PFAS. Look for a filter independently certified to NSF/ANSI P473 (activated-carbon pitcher or under-sink) or NSF/ANSI 58 (reverse osmosis) on the spec sheet.

Who provides tap water in ZIP 19940?

Public records identify STAGE VILLAGE MHC as a primary water system associated with ZIP 19940. Service boundaries can vary by address, so confirm exact service with the utility.

When was ZIP 19940 tap water last tested?

The most recent test date used in this report is December 2024. EnviroClarity last refreshed this page on 2026-05-05.

Where can I find the official water quality report for ZIP 19940?

Every U.S. public water system is required to publish an annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR). Contact STAGE VILLAGE MHC or visit their website for the latest official report covering ZIP 19940. The EPA also maintains a national CCR locator.

Primary source EPA UCMR5 (2023-2025) + EPA WQP (well monitoring near ZIP)
Guideline source EPA drinking water standard (PFBS: 0,003 µg/L)
Last tested December 2024
Last page update 2026-05-05

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