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DOVER WATER DEPARTMENT

Drinking water quality, contact, and Consumer Confidence Report

Serving 4 cities in DE Β· PWSID DE0000571

DOVER WATER DEPARTMENT serves 39,491 people. 4 EPA MCL violations on record β€” full violation history below.

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4 MCL violations recorded
People served
39,491
Active violations
4

Data sources: EPA SDWIS, DOVER WATER DEPARTMENT's published Consumer Confidence Report, Delaware Department of Environmental Protection.

This page summarizes publicly available EPA and CCR records. For health decisions about your water, consult your utility or a licensed professional.

39K
People Served
4
Cities
1
Water Sources
4
MCL Violations

Official DOVER WATER DEPARTMENT Resources

DOVER WATER DEPARTMENT Service Area

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Service Area

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DOVER WATER DEPARTMENT Water Quality Grade

F
Failing

Significant water quality issues. Filter recommended.

Quality Score0/100
3
Above Health Guidelines
4
EPA Violations

Grade is calculated based on contaminants exceeding health guidelines (MCLG) and EPA Maximum Contaminant Level violations. A = Excellent (90-100), B = Good (80-89), C = Fair (70-79), D = Poor (60-69), F = Failing (<60).

Is DOVER WATER DEPARTMENT Water Safe to Drink?

DOVER WATER DEPARTMENT has reported 3 contaminants above EPA health-based guidelines (MCLGs) in at least one city served. The utility has 4 MCL violations on record. We recommend reviewing individual city reports below for specific water quality details.

This utility serves 39,491 people across 4 cities in DE. Water quality can vary by location within the service area. Check individual city pages below for detailed contaminant data specific to your area.

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DOVER WATER DEPARTMENT Contact & Information

Phone

Emergency Line

302-736-7035

24/7 After-Hours

Mailing Address

City of Dover Public Works Dept P.O. Box 475 Dover, DE 19903

B2B Contact Data

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Contacts for DOVER WATER DEPARTMENT

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Water Sources & Treatment

Water Sources

Groundwater

Treatment Methods

disinfectionfiltrationpre-oxidation with chlorinesoftening

Disinfectant Used

hypochlorite, ozone

DOVER WATER DEPARTMENT Consumer Confidence Report

A Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) is the EPA-mandated annual water-quality report every community water system must publish by July 1 each year (Safe Drinking Water Act Β§1414(c)(4)). It summarizes contaminants tested, MCL and MCLG comparisons, and any system violations from the prior calendar year.

A current CCR for DOVER WATER DEPARTMENT has not been published or validated on TapWaterData yet.

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Residents: contact the utility directly using the phone number above, or check the EPA’s national CCR portal. Reports are typically distributed by mail or posted on the utility’s official website.

DOVER WATER DEPARTMENT Annual Water Quality Reports

2026 Water Quality Report
Latest Consumer Confidence Report (CCR)
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Historical reports are being compiled. Check back soon for archived water quality data.

What is a CCR? The Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) is an annual water quality report that water utilities are required by the EPA to provide to customers. It contains information about your water source, detected contaminants, and compliance status.

EPA Violations

4 Maximum Contaminant Level Violations

This utility has recorded MCL violations, indicating contaminant levels exceeded federal legal limits. These violations are aggregated across all cities served.

Check individual city reports for specific violation details and current status.

Recommended Water Filters for DOVER WATER DEPARTMENT

Based on water quality data from cities served by DOVER WATER DEPARTMENT, we recommend NSF-certified filters that can remove contaminants above health guidelines.

Frequently Asked Questions about DOVER WATER DEPARTMENT

Is DOVER WATER DEPARTMENT water safe to drink?

DOVER WATER DEPARTMENT has reported 3 contaminants above EPA health-based guidelines (MCLGs) in at least one city served. The utility has 4 MCL violations on record. We recommend reviewing individual city reports for specific water quality details.

Does DOVER WATER DEPARTMENT have PFAS in its water?

DOVER WATER DEPARTMENT has PFAS monitoring data on record and no PFAS compounds are currently above EPA health-based guidelines. EPA finalized new PFAS drinking-water rules in 2024 requiring ongoing monitoring through 2029.

How do I pay my DOVER WATER DEPARTMENT water bill?

DOVER WATER DEPARTMENT bills can be paid at the utility's official payment portal: https://payments.cityofdover.com/egov/apps/bill/pay.egov?view=search&itemid=1. For questions about your bill, call 302-736-7025.

How many people does DOVER WATER DEPARTMENT serve?

DOVER WATER DEPARTMENT serves 39,491 people across 4 cities in DE.

What cities does DOVER WATER DEPARTMENT serve?

DOVER WATER DEPARTMENT provides water service to: Dover, DE; Highland Acres, DE; Kent Acres, DE; Rodney Village, DE.

Does DOVER WATER DEPARTMENT have any EPA violations?

Yes, DOVER WATER DEPARTMENT has 4 Maximum Contaminant Level (MCL) violations on record, indicating contaminant levels exceeded federal legal limits.

What is DOVER WATER DEPARTMENT's phone number?

You can contact DOVER WATER DEPARTMENT at 302-736-7025. Their mailing address is: City of Dover Public Works Dept P.O. Box 475 Dover, DE 19903.

Where can I find DOVER WATER DEPARTMENT's Consumer Confidence Report?

Community water systems must publish an annual CCR. If you're looking for DOVER WATER DEPARTMENT's CCR, contact them at 302-736-7025 or check back here β€” we update monthly. The 2027 revised CCR Rule introduces new direct-URL distribution requirements.

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