Water Quality Reports Available Online for Maryland American Water Customers

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American Water (NYSE:AWK) announced that Maryland American Water’s latest Water Quality Reports are now online for all service areas. The reports show drinking water for about 24,000 customers meets or exceeds state and federal standards for all regulated substances, including lead.

The 2025 data-based reports compare detected compounds with EPA and Maryland limits, include certain unregulated compound results, and can be accessed by ZIP code or requested in print from customer service.

News Market Reaction – AWK

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In the May 12 session, AWK gained 1.30%, reflecting a mild positive market reaction.

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Market Context

This announcement highlights that Maryland American Water’s service to 24,000 customers met or excee...

Analysis

This announcement highlights that Maryland American Water’s service to 24,000 customers met or exceeded state and federal standards over the January–December 2025 testing period. It reinforces themes seen in recent water quality updates across other states: regulatory compliance, transparency via online consumer confidence reports, and optional printed copies. Investors may watch how these operational assurances intersect with ongoing capital investment, regulatory proceedings, and future rate decisions across the broader American Water footprint.

Key Figures

Maryland customers served: 24,000 customers Reporting period: January–December 2025 Customer service phone: 1-866-641-2131 +1 more

4 metrics

Maryland customers served 24,000 customers Maryland American Water service area mentioned in 2026 water quality report

Reporting period January–December 2025 Water quality testing period referenced in consumer confidence reports

Customer service phone 1-866-641-2131 Number to request printed water quality reports

Service hours 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday–Friday Customer service center availability for report requests

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: May 07 (Positive)

Pattern 5 events

Date	Event	Sentiment	24h Move	Catalyst
May 07	Water quality reports	Positive	+0.4%	California 2025 consumer confidence reports showing compliance with water standards.
May 06	Employer recognition	Positive	-0.3%	Inclusion on Forbes 2026 list for company culture leadership in utilities.
May 06	Leadership appointment	Positive	-0.3%	New senior engineering director to oversee infrastructure investments in Illinois.
May 06	PA water report	Positive	-0.3%	Pennsylvania reports confirming standards met for 695,000 customer connections.
May 06	MD water focus	Positive	-0.3%	Maryland Drinking Water Week highlighting safe, reliable water and 2025 investment.

24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.

Pattern Detected

Recent positive operational and recognition news often saw small negative price reactions, with only one modestly positive move.

Recent Company History

Over the last few days, AWK issued several operational and reputational updates: multiple 2025 water quality reports across California, Pennsylvania and Maryland, a leadership appointment in Illinois after $280 million of 2025 infrastructure work, and recognition on Forbes’ 2026 culture list based on 217,000 survey responses. Despite generally positive tone, four of five events saw mild negative moves around -0.29%, suggesting a pattern of muted-to-negative price reactions to routine positive updates.

Key Terms

consumer confidence reports, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, unregulated compounds

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consumer confidence reports regulatory

"Annual water quality reports, also known as "consumer confidence reports," detail the quality..."

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U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regulatory

"...in comparison to the compliance standards established by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)..."

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is the federal agency that creates and enforces rules to protect air, water and land from pollution. Investors watch its actions because those rules can raise or lower costs, limit or enable products and operations, and create legal or cleanup liabilities for companies—like a referee whose calls can change a team’s strategy and prospects in the market.

unregulated compounds regulatory

"the reports also include results of tests conducted on certain unregulated compounds in areas..."

Chemical substances or ingredients that are not governed by official safety, manufacturing, or marketing rules from government agencies; they may not have been tested, approved, or classified for medical use, food, cosmetics, or other regulated markets. For investors, unregulated compounds are a risk and an opportunity: like an uncharted product on a shelf, they can lead to sudden regulatory action, liability, or rapid market shifts if authorities later impose controls or approvals are sought.

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Reports show drinking water in all service areas meets quality standards

BEL AIR, Md., May 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Maryland American Water announced today that its most recent Water Quality Reports are now available on its website for all service areas. The company is proud to report that once again, the drinking water provided to the 24,000 customers across Maryland meets or surpasses both state and federal water quality standards for all regulated substances, including lead.

"At Maryland American Water, our mission is to provide safe, clean, reliable, and affordable water to our customers," said Laura Runkle, President, Maryland American Water. "Our annual reports provide customers with information about the quality of their water, the water source(s) for the system and information on the importance of protecting our drinking water sources."

Annual water quality reports, also known as "consumer confidence reports," detail the quality of water that the company provides to its customers using data collected from water quality testing in its local systems in the previous year, most recently between January and December 2025. They highlight the compounds detected in treated drinking water in comparison to the compliance standards established by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Maryland Department of Environmental Quality.

To enhance education and transparency, the reports also include results of tests conducted on certain unregulated compounds in areas where they are present.

Runkle added, "We take pride in the work our team does every day to deliver high-quality water service. Our water quality reports are one more way we demonstrate our commitment to our customers."

Customers can access the water quality report specific to their area by visiting https://amwater.com/mdaw/Water-Quality/Water-Quality-Reports and searching by zip code. Printed copies of the report are also available to customers who do not wish to access it online. Customers can call the company's customer service center at 1-866-641-2131, Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., to request a hard copy of their local report.

To learn more about Maryland American Water's commitment to water education, environmental stewardship, and quality service, visit us here. 

About American Water
American Water (NYSE: AWK) is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States. With a history dating back to 1886 and celebrating 140 years in 2026, We Keep Life Flowing® by providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to approximately 14 million people with regulated operations in 14 states and on 18 military installations. American Water's approximately 7,000 talented professionals leverage their significant expertise and the company's national size and scale to achieve excellent outcomes for the benefit of customers, employees, investors and other stakeholders. For more information, visit amwater.com and join American Water on LinkedIn, Facebook, X and Instagram.

About Maryland American Water
Maryland American Water, a subsidiary of American Water, provides safe, clean, reliable and affordable water services to approximately 24,000 people. For more information, visit www.amwater.com/mdaw/ and join Maryland American Water on LinkedIn, Facebook, and X.

 

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FAQ

What did American Water (NYSE:AWK) announce about Maryland American Water’s 2026 water quality reports?

American Water announced that Maryland American Water’s latest water quality reports confirm its drinking water meets or surpasses state and federal standards. According to Maryland American Water, the reports cover all service areas and include data from testing conducted between January and December 2025.

Do Maryland American Water customers’ tap water meet EPA standards in 2026?

Yes, Maryland American Water reports that drinking water in all service areas meets or exceeds state and federal standards, including EPA limits. According to Maryland American Water, results cover all regulated substances, including lead, based on testing performed throughout the 2025 calendar year.

How can Maryland American Water customers access the 2025 Water Quality Reports?

Maryland American Water customers can access reports online by visiting the company’s website and searching by ZIP code. According to Maryland American Water, printed copies are available by calling customer service at 1-866-641-2131, Monday through Friday, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

What information is included in Maryland American Water’s consumer confidence reports for AWK customers?

The reports provide data on water quality, sources, and detected compounds compared with regulatory standards. According to Maryland American Water, they cover all regulated substances, highlight EPA and Maryland compliance levels, and include some results for unregulated compounds present in specific areas.

What period do the 2025 Maryland American Water quality tests cover for AWK customers?

The latest reports are based on water quality testing from January through December 2025 in local systems. According to Maryland American Water, these annual tests support consumer confidence reports that show compliance with state and federal standards across all Maryland service areas.