A80/100
ATHOL DPW WATER DIVISION — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 10,418 people · Massachusetts
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
MA1015000
Violations
5
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.004 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2016.
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 ATHOL DPW WATER DIVISION
Is ATHOL DPW WATER DIVISION water safe to drink?
ATHOL DPW WATER DIVISION water receives a grade of A (80/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 51 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has ATHOL DPW WATER DIVISION detected?
51 contaminants were tested in ATHOL DPW WATER DIVISION's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does ATHOL DPW WATER DIVISION have any EPA violations?
Yes, ATHOL DPW WATER DIVISION has 5 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2016. Violation types include Other, MCL. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does ATHOL DPW WATER DIVISION serve?
ATHOL DPW WATER DIVISION serves approximately 10,418 people, Massachusetts. The system provides water to 1 community: Athol.
What type of water does ATHOL DPW WATER DIVISION provide?
ATHOL DPW WATER DIVISION sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MA1015000.
How does ATHOL DPW WATER DIVISION compare to other utilities in Massachusetts?
ATHOL DPW WATER DIVISION scores 80/100 with a grade of A (excellent). This places it among the higher-performing utilities in the state. Visit our Massachusetts state page for a full comparison of water systems.