Tap Water Quality in Frederick, MD
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Frederick Drinking Water Overview
Population: ~80,000 | Source: Monocacy River, Fishing Creek Reservoir, and Lake Linganore
Frederick draws from multiple local sources in the Catoctin Mountain foothills. PFAS contamination from Fort Detrick, the Army's biodefense research center, has been detected in groundwater and has become a major local concern. The military has funded testing and treatment for affected properties.
Common water quality concerns in Frederick
Agricultural runoff
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PFAS from Fort Detrick
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Disinfection byproducts
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What's in your Frederick water report
Contaminant levels
Every detected contaminant in your Frederick water system, compared to EPA limits and health guidelines.
Violation history
All EPA violations on record for water systems serving Frederick, including health-based and monitoring violations.
Water quality grade
An A through F grade based on violation history, contaminant levels, and health guideline comparisons.
Filter recommendations
Which type of water filter will actually remove the contaminants found in your specific water system.
Water quality in nearby cities
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