19734
Townsend, DE
New Castle County · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD metro area
PCMN-109 (WQP)

Is Townsend tap water safe to drink?

No recent data
Last tested: Unknown
No Data
Source: EPA UCMR5 utility monitoring plus EPA Water Quality Portal well sampling (mapped to nearest ZIP). Last tested Unknown.
Township:
  • Middletown-Odessa CCD, DE
Neighborhood:
  • Townsend

The short answer for Townsend

Recent public test data for Townsend is limited. Check local utility reports and monitor updated EPA records for the latest water quality information.

The health risk for Townsend

No recent contaminant testing data is currently available for this water system in the source dataset.

No specific notes available.

Nitrate + Nitrite concentration (mg/L) June 2025
0 mg/L 1E+04 mg/L 2E+04 mg/L
8.450 mg/L
Detected
mg/L
1E+04 mg/L
EPA limit
guideline
0.1% of limit
Comparison
vs. guideline
EPA limit: 1E+04 mg/L | Your water: 8.450 mg/L
Recommended Filters for Townsend Tap Water

Certified filtration options for common tap-water contaminants.

Water filter recommendation for Townsend tap water: Epic Pure XP Water Filter Pitcher
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Most elevated compounds

No compounds above or close to EPA limits in available data.

View all tested compounds

PCMN-109 · Tested: June 2025

Compound Measurement EPA Limit Comparison
Nitrate + Nitrite 8.450 mg/L 1E+04 mg/L 0.1% of limit
Nitrate 0.149 mg/L 1E+04 mg/L 0.0% of limit
Nitrite 0.007 mg/L 1000 mg/L 0.0% of limit
Alkalinity, total 51.300 mg/L
Ammonia-nitrogen 0.014 mg/L
Calcium 69200.000 µg/L
Chloride 56.000 mg/L
Iron 43.900 µg/L
Magnesium 7190.000 µg/L
Nitrogen 1.430 mg/L
Phosphorus 0.038 mg/L
Potassium 1950.000 µg/L
Silica 11.400 mg/L
Sodium 61700.000 µg/L
Sulfate 37.900 mg/L
Total dissolved solids 222.000 mg/L

Water utilities serving ZIP 19734

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 19734 Tap Water

What's in ZIP 19734 tap water?

Recent public test data for ZIP 19734 is limited. Check your local utility's Consumer Confidence Report for the most current information.

Who provides tap water in ZIP 19734?

Public records identify PCMN-109 (WQP) as a primary water system associated with ZIP 19734. Service boundaries can vary by address, so confirm exact service with the utility.

When was ZIP 19734 tap water last tested?

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

Where can I find the official water quality report for ZIP 19734?

Every U.S. public water system is required to publish an annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR). Contact PCMN-109 (WQP) or visit their website for the latest official report covering ZIP 19734. The EPA also maintains a national CCR locator.

Do I still need a water filter in ZIP 19734?

Even when EPA-tracked compounds are within limits, some households use a certified filter for taste, odor, or to add a margin against trace contaminants below the reporting limit. Match any filter's certifications (NSF/ANSI 42, 53, 58, or P473) to the specific compounds you care about.

Primary source EPA UCMR5 (2023-2025) + EPA WQP (well monitoring near ZIP)
Guideline source EPA PFAS drinking water standard (PFOA/PFOS: 0.004 µg/L, effective 2024, compliance by 2031)
Last tested Unknown
Last page update 2026-05-05

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