Is Elkwood tap water safe to drink?
The short answer for Elkwood
Recent public test data for Elkwood is limited. Check local utility reports and monitor updated EPA records for the latest water quality information.
The health risk for Elkwood
No specific notes available.
Certified filtration options for common tap-water contaminants.
No compounds above or close to EPA limits in available data.
View all tested compounds
SOW 258 - C.F. Phelps WMA CRN · Tested: May 2024
| Compound | Measurement | EPA Limit | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radium-228 | 1.100 pCi/L | 5 pCi/L | 22% of limit |
| Arsenic | 0.100 µg/L | 10 µg/L | 1% of limit |
| Uranium | 0.290 µg/L | 30 µg/L | 1.0% of limit |
| Chromium | 0.300 µg/L | 100 µg/L | 0.3% of limit |
| Lead | 0.020 µg/L | 15 µg/L | 0.1% of limit |
| Copper | 0.070 µg/L | 1300 µg/L | 0.0% of limit |
| Nitrate | 0.150 mg/L | 1E+04 mg/L | 0.0% of limit |
| Nitrite | 0.006 mg/L | 1000 mg/L | 0.0% of limit |
| Acid Neutralization Potenti... | 188.000 mg/L | — | — |
| Alkalinity, total | 200.000 mg/L | — | — |
| Alpha particle | 3.000 pCi/L | — | — |
| Aluminum | 0.200 µg/L | — | — |
| Antimony | 0.040 µg/L | — | — |
| Apparent color | 5.000 PCU | — | — |
| Barium | 85.000 None | — | — |
| Beryllium | 0.030 µg/L | — | — |
| Beta particle | 4.000 pCi/L | — | — |
| Bromide | 0.050 mg/L | — | — |
| Cadmium | 0.040 µg/L | — | — |
| Calcium | 57.900 mg/L | — | — |
| Chloride | 41.200 mg/L | — | — |
| Fixed dissolved solids | 251.000 mg/L | — | — |
| Fixed suspended solids | 12.000 mg/L | — | — |
| Fluoride | 0.040 mg/L | — | — |
| Hardness, Ca, Mg | 244.000 mg/L | — | — |
| Hardness, carbonate | 1.000 mg/L | — | — |
| Iron | 20.300 µg/L | — | — |
| Magnesium | 23.300 mg/L | — | — |
| Manganese | 4.660 µg/L | — | — |
| Mercury | 0.300 ng/L | — | — |
| Nickel | 0.200 µg/L | — | — |
| Organic carbon | 0.340 mg/L | — | — |
| Orthophosphate | 0.024 mg/L | — | — |
| Potassium | 0.110 mg/L | — | — |
| Selenium | 0.480 µg/L | — | — |
| Silica | 53.900 mg/L | — | — |
| Silver | 0.030 µg/L | — | — |
| Sodium | 8.410 mg/L | — | — |
| Strontium | 24.000 µg/L | — | — |
| Sulfate | 17.600 mg/L | — | — |
| Thallium | 0.011 µg/L | — | — |
| Total fixed solids | 275.000 mg/L | — | — |
| Total solids | 366.000 mg/L | — | — |
| Total suspended solids | 14.000 mg/L | — | — |
| Total volatile solids | 64.000 mg/L | — | — |
| Yttrium | 76.000 None | — | — |
| Zinc | 0.240 µg/L | — | — |
Water utilities serving ZIP 22718
Service area boundaries are approximate and based on state filings or modeled estimates. Contact your utility to confirm exact service at a specific address.
- SOW 258 - C.F. Phelps WMA CRN (WQP)No recent federal sampling
Frequently Asked Questions about ZIP 22718 Tap Water
What's in ZIP 22718 tap water?
Recent public test data for ZIP 22718 is limited. Check your local utility's Consumer Confidence Report for the most current information.
Who provides tap water in ZIP 22718?
Public records identify SOW 258 - C.F. Phelps WMA CRN (WQP) as a primary water system associated with ZIP 22718. Service boundaries can vary by address, so confirm exact service with the utility.
When was ZIP 22718 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 22718?
Every U.S. public water system is required to publish an annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR). Contact SOW 258 - C.F. Phelps WMA CRN (WQP) or visit their website for the latest official report covering ZIP 22718. The EPA also maintains a national CCR locator.
Do I still need a water filter in ZIP 22718?
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.
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Data reflects publicly reported utility records from EPA datasets and local utility disclosures. This information is educational and not medical advice.