Ellicott City, Maryland: Is the Tap Water Safe to Drink?

2026 EPA water quality data for 28 community water systems serving 10,497+ residents. See violations, PFAS results, lead test results, and safety grades — free.

Is Ellicott City Tap Water Safe to Drink?

Based on the latest EPA data, Ellicott City tap water meets all federal drinking water standards. All 28 tested systems have received a safety grade of A or B, with no active health-based violations. 1 system has been tested for PFAS (forever chemicals).

Ellicott City Water Quality Overview

Ellicott City, Maryland is served by 28 community water systems providing water to approximately 10,497 residents. These systems draw from groundwater (27), surface water purchased (1) sources. Ellicott City water systems have recorded 16 health-based violations in their history, though none are currently active. Including monitoring and reporting violations, there are 100 total violations on record.

Water Systems

Health Violations

28/28

Rated A or B

PFAS Tested

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All 28 water systems in Ellicott City

GLENELG HIGH SCHOOL A

ELLICOTT CITY, MD · 1,532 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations

BUSHY PARK ES/GLENWOOD MS COMPLEX A

ELLICOTT CITY, MD · 1,500 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations

GLENELG COUNTRY SCHOOL B

ELLICOTT CITY, MD · 950 people · Groundwater 1 health violation in past 5 yrs

PATAPSCO STATE PARK ( MCKELDIN A) A

ELLICOTT CITY, MD · 700 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations

JIFFY MART FINKSBURG A

ELLICOTT CITY, MD · 700 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations

FOLLY QUARTER MIDDLE SCHOOL A

ELLICOTT CITY, MD · 667 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations

DAYTON OAKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL A

ELLICOTT CITY, MD · 595 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations

TRIADELPHIA RIDGE ELEMENTARY A

ELLICOTT CITY, MD · 507 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations

LISBON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL A

ELLICOTT CITY, MD · 492 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations

DUNKIN DONUTS - WOODBINE A

ELLICOTT CITY, MD · 363 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations

WEST FRIENDSHIP ELEMENTARY SCHOOL A

ELLICOTT CITY, MD · 350 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations

LUTHERAN VILLAGE AT MILLER'S GRANT A

ELLICOTT CITY, MD · 315 people · Surface Water Purchased ✓ No recent health violations

SCHOOLEY MILL PARK A

ELLICOTT CITY, MD · 307 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations

COUNTRY CORNER SNOWBALL, INC A

ELLICOTT CITY, MD · 259 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations

FINKSBURG CROWN A

ELLICOTT CITY, MD · 200 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations

PATAPSCO STATE PARK - AREA D A

ELLICOTT CITY, MD · 200 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations

ROCKBROOK VILLAGE MOBILE HOME PARK A

ELLICOTT CITY, MD · 150 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations

BELMONT CONF CENTER MANOR HOUSE A

ELLICOTT CITY, MD · 110 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations

PATAPSCO STATE PARK (MCKELDIN B) A

ELLICOTT CITY, MD · 100 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations

ST.THOMAS SYRIAN ORTHODOX CHURCH A

ELLICOTT CITY, MD · 80 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations

LAKEVIEW MHP LLC A

ELLICOTT CITY, MD · 76 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations

FOX & BARREL FARM CAFE A

ELLICOTT CITY, MD · 76 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations

SULLIVANS MOBILE HOME PARK COMMUNITY A

ELLICOTT CITY, MD · 70 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations

LIBERTY MARATHON A

ELLICOTT CITY, MD · 50 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations

BUREAU OF HIGHWAYS COOKSVILLE A

ELLICOTT CITY, MD · 44 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations

TAYLORSVILLE MHC, LLC A

ELLICOTT CITY, MD · 38 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations

U.M. CENTRAL MD RESEARCH & EDUCATION CTR A

ELLICOTT CITY, MD · 36 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations

WILLIAMS GAS PIPELINE STATION #190 A

ELLICOTT CITY, MD · 30 people · Groundwater ✓ No recent health violations

Looking for water quality data across the whole state? See our full Maryland tap water safety report covering Maryland’s EPA-regulated water systems.

Ellicott City Drinking Water: Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ellicott City, Maryland tap water safe to drink?

How many water utilities serve Ellicott City, Maryland?

28 community water systems serve Ellicott City, Maryland, providing water to approximately 10,497 people. Different neighborhoods may be served by different utilities. Enter your ZIP code at the top to find your specific provider.

Does Ellicott City tap water have lead?

Lead in drinking water typically enters from old pipes and fixtures inside homes and buildings, not from the treatment plant. The EPA requires water systems to monitor for lead under the Lead and Copper Rule. Click any water system above to see its most recent 90th-percentile lead test results. Homes built before 1986 are most likely to have lead plumbing components.

What contaminants have been found in Ellicott City drinking water?

EPA violation records for Ellicott City water systems are listed on each utility's report page. Common regulated contaminants include disinfection byproducts (TTHMs, HAA5), coliform bacteria, nitrates, and lead. Click any utility above to see its full violation history going back 10 years.

How do I find out which water company serves my address in Ellicott City?

Enter your Ellicott City ZIP code in the search box at the top of this page. ClearWater will identify the specific water system serving your area and show you its EPA violation history, lead test results, and an overall safety grade. You can also check your water bill or your utility's annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR).