Middletown
Is Middletown tap water safe to drink?
Mostly yes — Middletown scores 99/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 3 local systems in Middletown. We found 26 total violations (1 unresolved).
Real-Time Environment
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Water Quality Impact
🛡️ Home Water Treatment Needs
Should you invest in filtration or softening for your home in Middletown?
Expert Advice
Your water quality is excellent. Standard filtration is optional but can further enhance taste.
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Baby Formula Safety
Guidance on preparing infant formula using municipal tap water in Middletown.
Homebuyer's Perspective
Municipal water quality in Middletown directly influences pipe corrosion rates and home filtration needs. The high safety score (99/100) suggests lower risk for plumbing corrosion and appliance scaling.
Health & Family Safety
Residents should monitor Lead (90th percentile) levels. Pregnant women and families with young children should consult the specific EPA health goals listed below.
View Health Risk Glossary →Compliance Record for Middletown
Based on EPA SDWIS violation records and contaminant test results for all water systems serving Middletown.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Middletown tap water safe to drink?
Mostly yes — Middletown scores 99/100.
How many water systems serve Middletown?
Middletown is served by 3 public water systems in our latest EPA-backed dataset.
How can I check water quality for my exact address in Middletown?
Use the WaterQ search tool to look up your ZIP code and view nearby systems, contaminant levels, and recent violations for Middletown.
What is the water quality score for Middletown?
The water quality score for Middletown is 99 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results across the 3 systems serving the city.
What are the top contaminants in Middletown?
The top contaminants detected in Middletown include Lead (90th percentile). View detailed information on our contaminants page.
Middletown Water Quality Summary
Middletown, DE receives a water quality score of 99/100 (Grade A) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 3 public water systems serving the area.
Middletown's water quality is above the national average, with strong compliance records and low contaminant levels. Residents generally receive clean, safe tap water that meets EPA standards.
Middletown's score of 99 is 13 points above the Delaware state average of 86, and above the nationwide average of roughly 78/100 across all U.S. states.
Water quality data is sourced from the U.S. EPA SDWIS database and updated quarterly. Learn about our scoring methodology → Read our Delaware water quality rankings report →
Key Contaminants
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Water Systems Serving Middletown (3)
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