B70/100
AMESBURY DPW WATER DIV. — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 17,366 people · Massachusetts
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
MA3007000
Violations
27
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring / Reporting Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: June 1, 2023Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Formal — state order issued
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 AMESBURY DPW WATER DIV.
Is AMESBURY DPW WATER DIV. water safe to drink?
AMESBURY DPW WATER DIV. water receives a grade of B (70/100), which is considered good. Out of 69 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has AMESBURY DPW WATER DIV. detected?
69 contaminants were tested in AMESBURY DPW WATER DIV.'s water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does AMESBURY DPW WATER DIV. have any EPA violations?
Yes, AMESBURY DPW WATER DIV. has 27 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include MR, Other.
How many people does AMESBURY DPW WATER DIV. serve?
AMESBURY DPW WATER DIV. serves approximately 17,366 people, Massachusetts. The system provides water to 1 community: Amesbury.
What type of water does AMESBURY DPW WATER DIV. provide?
AMESBURY DPW WATER DIV. sources its water from surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is MA3007000.
How does AMESBURY DPW WATER DIV. compare to other utilities in Massachusetts?
AMESBURY DPW WATER DIV. scores 70/100 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.