19947
Georgetown, DE
Sussex County · Seaford, DE metro area
GEORGETOWN WATER DEPARTMENT

Is Georgetown tap water safe to drink?

Higher concern
Last tested: October 2025
Source: EPA UCMR5 utility monitoring plus EPA Water Quality Portal well sampling (mapped to nearest ZIP). Last tested October 2025.
Townships:
  • Georgetown CCD, DE
  • Millsboro CCD, DE
  • Seaford CCD, DE
  • Milton CCD, DE
Neighborhood:
  • Georgetown

The short answer for Georgetown

Georgetown tap water has 8 contaminants above EPA guidelines, including PFOS at 3.2× the limit (tested October 2025). See the full compound-by-compound breakdown and filter recommendations.

The health risk for Georgetown

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, PFHpA, PFHxS, PFNA, PFOA, PFOS, PFPeA above limit.
PFOS concentration (µg/L) October 2025
0 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 0.02 µg/L
0.013 µg/L
Detected
µg/L
0.004 µg/L
EPA limit
guideline
225% above limit
Comparison
vs. guideline
EPA limit: 0.004 µg/L | Your water: 0.013 µg/L
Certified Filters for Georgetown Tap Water

PFOS (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
PFOS
Tested: October 2025 · GEORGETOWN WATER DEPARTMENT		 0.013 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 225% above limit
PFOA
Tested: October 2025 · GEORGETOWN WATER DEPARTMENT		 0.012 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 200% above limit
PFBS
Tested: October 2025 · GEORGETOWN WATER DEPARTMENT		 0.007 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 150% above limit
PFNA
Tested: October 2025 · GEORGETOWN WATER DEPARTMENT		 0.020 µg/L 0.01 µg/L 100% above limit
PFHpA
Tested: October 2025 · GEORGETOWN WATER DEPARTMENT		 0.005 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 63% above limit
View all tested compounds

GEORGETOWN WATER DEPARTMENT · Tested: October 2025

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
PFOS 0.013 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 225% above limit
PFOA 0.012 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 200% above limit
PFBS 0.007 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 150% above limit
PFNA 0.020 µg/L 0.01 µg/L 100% above limit
PFHpA 0.005 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 63% above limit
PFPeA 0.005 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 63% above limit
PFHxS 0.005 µg/L 0.004 µg/L 25% above limit
PFHxA 0.005 µg/L 3 µg/L 0.2% of limit
lithium <9.000 µg/L 10 µg/L Below limit
HFPO-DA <0.005 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
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

ARTESIAN NORTHERN SUSSEX REGIONAL · Tested: September 2025

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
PFPeA 0.004 µg/L 0.003 µg/L 20% above 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
PFTrDA <0.007 µg/L 0.007 µg/L Below limit
PFUnA <0.002 µg/L 0.002 µg/L Below limit

Del Tech · Tested: Multiple dates

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
Lead 0.330 µg/L 15 µg/L 2% of limit
Chromium 0.630 µg/L 100 µg/L 0.6% of limit
Nitrate 11.200 mg/L 1E+04 mg/L 0.1% of limit
Nitrate + Nitrite 11.200 mg/L 1E+04 mg/L 0.1% of limit
Copper 0.870 µg/L 1300 µg/L 0.1% of limit
Nitrite 0.006 mg/L 1000 mg/L 0.0% of limit
Alkalinity, total 3.100 mg/L — —
Ammonia-nitrogen 0.014 mg/L — —
Calcium 7030.000 µg/L — —
Chloride 17.000 mg/L — —
Iron 169.000 µg/L — —
Magnesium 6130.000 µg/L — —
Manganese 36.100 µg/L — —
Nitrogen 10.100 mg/L — —
Phosphorus 0.037 mg/L — —
Potassium 4410.000 µg/L — —
Silica 14.500 mg/L — —
Sodium 5920.000 µg/L — —
Sulfate 8.700 mg/L — —
Total dissolved solids 113.000 mg/L — —

Water utilities serving ZIP 19947

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.

Frequently Asked Questions about ZIP 19947 Tap Water

What contaminants are above EPA limits in ZIP 19947?

ZIP 19947 has 8 contaminants above EPA health guidelines in the latest available data, including PFOS at 3.2x the EPA guideline. The full table on this page lists every tested compound and its measured level.

Will boiling ZIP 19947 tap water remove PFOS?

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 PFOS?

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 19947?

Public records identify GEORGETOWN WATER DEPARTMENT as a primary water system associated with ZIP 19947. Service boundaries can vary by address, so confirm exact service with the utility.

When was ZIP 19947 tap water last tested?

The most recent test date used in this report is October 2025. EnviroClarity last refreshed this page on 2026-05-05.

Where can I find the official water quality report for ZIP 19947?

Every U.S. public water system is required to publish an annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR). Contact GEORGETOWN WATER DEPARTMENT or visit their website for the latest official report covering ZIP 19947. The EPA also maintains a national CCR locator.

Primary source EPA UCMR5 (2023-2025) + EPA WQP (well monitoring near ZIP)
Guideline source EPA PFAS drinking water standard (PFOS: 0,004 µg/L, effective 2024, compliance by 2031)
Last tested October 2025
Last page update 2026-05-05

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