Barstow
MD

Is Barstow, MD Tap Water Safe to Drink?

Barstow, MD tap water currently meets EPA health guidelines across all monitored ZIP codes in this dataset. Contaminants including lithium have been detected at or below guideline thresholds.

1Water system
1ZIP codes
0%ZIPs above EPA guideline
Latest data2024-08-06

Where Does Barstow Get Its Water?

Water in Barstow, MD is provided by 1 public water system: PRINCE FREDERICK.

How Is Barstow Tap Water Treated?

Treated water is disinfected using free chlorine. Treatment includes groundwater disinfection.

What's in Barstow Tap Water?

The following contaminants were detected most frequently in Barstow public water systems. All detected levels fall at or below EPA health guidelines in this dataset.

ContaminantPeak detectedEPA guidelineZIPs detectedStatus
lithium 9 µg/L — 0 ZIPs Within guideline
PFTrDA 0.007 µg/L — 0 ZIPs Within guideline
HFPO-DA 0.005 µg/L — 0 ZIPs Within guideline
PFBA 0.005 µg/L — 0 ZIPs Within guideline
6:2 FTS 0.005 µg/L — 0 ZIPs Within guideline

Health Risk Profile for Barstow

Current EPA monitoring data for Barstow shows contaminant levels within guideline thresholds across all ZIP codes in this dataset. As with all public water systems, sensitive populations may choose to use a certified filter for additional peace of mind.

Best Broad-Spectrum Filters for This Water Profile

This city profile includes PFAS detections, chlorine disinfection, and other dissolved contaminants. Reverse osmosis (RO) systems certified under NSF/ANSI 58 provide broad reduction coverage; for PFAS specifically, confirm NSF/ANSI P473 or equivalent PFAS reduction certification.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Barstow Tap Water

Is Barstow tap water safe to drink?

Barstow tap water currently meets EPA health guidelines across all monitored ZIP codes in this dataset. Sensitive populations may still choose to use a certified filter as a precaution.

What contaminants are in Barstow tap water?

The most commonly detected contaminants in Barstow water systems include: lithium, PFTrDA, HFPO-DA. See the ZIP-level reports for exact measurements and EPA guideline comparisons.

Where does Barstow get its drinking water?

Barstow receives water from one public water system, including PRINCE FREDERICK.

Do I need a water filter in Barstow?

Current data does not show guideline exceedances in Barstow. A certified filter can still reduce trace contaminants and improve taste for households that prefer filtered water.

How often is Barstow tap water tested?

Public water systems in Barstow are required by the EPA to test for regulated contaminants on schedules ranging from daily (for microbials and disinfectants) to annual or triennial (for many chemical contaminants). Results are published in annual Consumer Confidence Reports (CCRs). The data on this page reflects the most recent available EPA monitoring results, with the latest sample date of 2024-08-06.

Tap water reports by ZIP in Barstow

Water utilities serving Barstow, MD

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.