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Parcel Return Service, DC Tap Water Quality

Water safety reports for all 6 ZIP codes in Parcel Return Service, District of Columbia

Average Score

50/100

Health Violations

0

ZIP Codes

6

High Lead Risk

0

of 6 ZIP codes

D

About Tap Water in Parcel Return Service, DC

Tap water quality in Parcel Return Service, DC is a significant concern, currently receiving a below-average safety score of 50/100 across 6 ZIP codes. With 0 health-based violations recorded in the past 5 years, systems like D.C. WATER AND SEWER AUTHORITY have struggled to maintain compliance with EPA regulations enforced by District of Columbia Water and Sewer Authority. Residents are strongly encouraged to utilize certified water filtration systems.

A major factor in Parcel Return Service's high rating is its flawless health-based violation record. Over the past 5 years of EPA tracking, local water systems have recorded zero health-based violations. This means that regulated contaminants—such as lead, arsenic, and harmful bacteria—have not exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Levels (MCLs) allowed by federal law. Drawing primarily from surface water, the city utilizes advanced filtration to maintain this standard.

Fortunately, the modeled risk for widespread lead exposure in Parcel Return Service's municipal water is relatively low compared to national averages. However, because lead typically enters drinking water through the corrosion of older, individual home plumbing rather than the main supply lines, residents in homes built before 1986 should still exercise caution by running the tap before use.

Water Quality by ZIP Code — Parcel Return Service, DC

Click any ZIP code for the full water quality report

D
56901

Parcel Return Service, DC

Score: 50/100✓ No violations
D
56915

Parcel Return Service, DC

Score: 50/100✓ No violations
D
56920

Parcel Return Service, DC

Score: 50/100✓ No violations
D
56933

Parcel Return Service, DC

Score: 50/100✓ No violations
D
56944

Parcel Return Service, DC

Score: 50/100✓ No violations
D
56972

Parcel Return Service, DC

Score: 50/100✓ No violations

Frequently Asked Questions — Parcel Return Service Water Quality

Is tap water safe to drink in Parcel Return Service, DC?+
Tap water in Parcel Return Service has a grade of D, indicating compliance concerns in recent years. Families with young children or pregnant women should consider using a certified NSF/ANSI 53 water filter for drinking and cooking.
What is the water quality score for Parcel Return Service?+
The average water quality score across 6 ZIP codes in Parcel Return Service, DC is 50/100. Scores are derived from EPA violation history, lead levels, enforcement actions, and infrastructure risk indicators. Individual ZIP codes may vary — search your specific ZIP above for a personalized report.
Does Parcel Return Service have lead in its tap water?+
Lead risk ratings in Parcel Return Service are relatively low based on EPA monitoring data. However, lead in home plumbing is a separate concern — if your home was built before 1986, individual tap testing is recommended.
How do I get the water quality report for Parcel Return Service?+
Each ZIP code in Parcel Return Service has a full water quality report on this site — click any ZIP code below. You can also get the annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) from your local water utility. The CCR is required to be published every year by July 1 and contains actual contaminant measurements and violation history.
Where does Parcel Return Service's tap water come from?+
Tap water in Parcel Return Service, DC primarily comes from surface water. Surface water systems treat water from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs using filtration, sedimentation, and disinfection before it reaches your tap.

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