B79/100
ACUSHNET WATER DEPARTMENT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 8,384 people · Massachusetts
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
MA4003000
Violations
10
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2013.
Understanding violation severity
Tier 1Urgent health risk. Utility must notify all customers within 24 hours.Tier 2Important health or treatment issue. Customers notified within 30 days.Tier 3Administrative or monitoring issue. Reported in the annual water quality report.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) · Updated quarterly
Frequently Asked Questions About ACUSHNET WATER DEPARTMENT
Is ACUSHNET WATER DEPARTMENT water safe to drink?
ACUSHNET WATER DEPARTMENT water receives a grade of B (79/100), which is considered good. Out of 31 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has ACUSHNET WATER DEPARTMENT detected?
31 contaminants were tested in ACUSHNET WATER DEPARTMENT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does ACUSHNET WATER DEPARTMENT have any EPA violations?
Yes, ACUSHNET WATER DEPARTMENT has 10 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2013. Violation types include Other, MR, MCL. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does ACUSHNET WATER DEPARTMENT serve?
ACUSHNET WATER DEPARTMENT serves approximately 8,384 people, Massachusetts. The system provides water to 1 community: Acushnet.
What type of water does ACUSHNET WATER DEPARTMENT provide?
ACUSHNET WATER DEPARTMENT sources its water from purchased surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is MA4003000.
How does ACUSHNET WATER DEPARTMENT compare to other utilities in Massachusetts?
ACUSHNET WATER DEPARTMENT scores 79/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our Massachusetts state page for a full comparison of water systems.