PFAS Contamination in Maryland
47 contamination sites tracked
Maryland has 47 identified PFAS contamination sites tracked in our database, sourced from EPA monitoring data. PFAS "forever chemicals" have been detected in water supplies, soil, and industrial sites across the state. These per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances persist in the environment and pose potential health risks. Use the map to explore specific sites or contact a remediation professional for help.
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Get a Free Assessment →Maryland faces significant PFAS contamination challenges from multiple military installations and industrial sources affecting the Chesapeake Bay watershed. Joint Base Andrews has documented extensive contamination from firefighting foam use, with groundwater plumes extending toward surrounding communities and potentially threatening the Anacostia River system. Aberdeen Proving Ground has additional contamination from chemical testing and disposal activities spanning decades.
Baltimore-Washington International Airport has contributed to regional contamination through AFFF use and aircraft maintenance activities. The state's location within the Chesapeake Bay watershed creates particular environmental concerns, as contamination can affect sensitive aquatic ecosystems and the Bay's seafood resources. Maryland's dense population and interconnected water systems mean contamination in one area can quickly impact multiple communities.
Key Facts
- Joint Base Andrews contamination threatens Anacostia River system
- Aberdeen Proving Ground has extensive chemical testing and disposal legacy
- Chesapeake Bay watershed location creates sensitive ecosystem contamination risks
State Regulations
Maryland Department of the Environment has established comprehensive PFAS monitoring requirements for public water systems and enhanced environmental monitoring in the Chesapeake Bay watershed. The state provides technical assistance for affected communities and coordinates with federal agencies on military site cleanup.
Cities (40)
Sites (47)
TOWN OF HANCOCK
HANCOCK, MD · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
LAVALE SANITARY COMMISSION
LAVALE, MD · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
BROAD CREEK
MILLERSVILLE, MD · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
CROFTON-ODENTON
MILLERSVILLE, MD · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
GLEN BURNIE-BROADNECK
MILLERSVILLE, MD · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
U.S. NAVAL ACADEMY
ANNAPOLIS, MD · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
TOWN OF CHESAPEAKE BEACH
CHESAPEAKE BEACH, MD · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
TOWN OF DENTON
DENTON, MD · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
FREEDOM DISTRICT
WESTMINSTER, MD · Public Water System · 2 contaminants
TOWN OF HAMPSTEAD
HAMPSTEAD, MD · Public Water System · 8 contaminants
TOWN OF MANCHESTER
MANCHESTER, MD · Public Water System · 6 contaminants
TOWN OF MOUNT AIRY
MOUNT AIRY, MD · Public Water System · 7 contaminants
CITY OF TANEYTOWN
TANEYTOWN, MD · Public Water System · 7 contaminants
CITY OF WESTMINSTER
WESTMINSTER, MD · Public Water System · 8 contaminants
TOWN OF ELKTON
ELKTON, MD · Public Water System · 8 contaminants
TOWN OF NORTH EAST
NORTH EAST, MD · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
WALDORF - CHARLES COUNTY DPW
LA PLATA, MD · Public Water System · 3 contaminants
NAVAL SUPPORT FACILITY, INDIAN HEAD
INDIAN HEAD, MD · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
CITY OF CAMBRIDGE WATER
CAMBRIDGE, MD · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
FORT DETRICK
FREDERICK, MD · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
CITY OF FREDERICK
FREDERICK, MD · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
TOWN OF MIDDLETOWN
MIDDLETOWN, MD · Public Water System · 8 contaminants
TOWN OF THURMONT
THURMONT, MD · Public Water System · 4 contaminants
NEW DESIGN - FREDERICK COUNTY
FREDERICK, MD · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
CITY OF ABERDEEN
ABERDEEN, MD · Public Water System · 8 contaminants
HOWARD COUNTY D.P.W. DISTRIBUTION
COLUMBIA, MD · Public Water System · 2 contaminants
TOWN OF POOLESVILLE
POOLESVILLE, MD · Public Water System · 9 contaminants
WASHINGTON SUBURBAN SANITARY COMMISSION
LAUREL, MD · Public Water System · 2 contaminants
CITY OF BOWIE
BOWIE, MD · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
TOWN OF CENTREVILLE
CENTREVILLE, MD · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
STEVENSVILLE
STEVENSVILLE, MD · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
PATUXENT NAVAL AIR STATION (NAVFAC-WASH)
PATUXENT RIVER, MD · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
TOWN OF PRINCESS ANNE
PRINCESS ANNE, MD · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
EASTON UTILITIES
EASTON, MD · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
BOONSBORO - KEEDYSVILLE
BOONSBORO, MD · Public Water System · 5 contaminants
CITY OF SALISBURY
SALISBURY, MD · Public Water System · 6 contaminants
CITY OF FRUITLAND
FRUITLAND, MD · Public Water System · 2 contaminants
TOWN OF BERLIN
BERLIN, MD · Public Water System · 4 contaminants
TOWN OF OCEAN CITY
OCEAN CITY, MD · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
OCEAN PINES
BERLIN, MD · Public Water System · 2 contaminants
CITY OF POCOMOKE CITY
POCOMOKE CITY, MD · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
CITY OF BALTIMORE
BALTIMORE, MD · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
CHESAPEAKE COMPLEX
PASADENA, MD · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
MANOR SHOPPING CENTER
PHOENIX, MD · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
NEW LIFE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL
FREDERICK, MD · Public Water System · 8 contaminants
GLENELG COUNTRY SCHOOL
ELLICOTT CITY, MD · Public Water System · 8 contaminants
OAKVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
LOVEVILLE, MD · Public Water System · 1 contaminants
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many PFAS contamination sites are in Maryland?
Maryland has 47 PFAS contamination sites tracked in our database, sourced from EPA data.
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