B64/100
ATTLEBORO WATER DEPT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 46,654 people · Massachusetts
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
MA4016000
Violations
15
Contaminant Test Results
3 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
manganese | 325.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
chlorate | 320.49 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
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 2018.
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 ATTLEBORO WATER DEPT
Is ATTLEBORO WATER DEPT water safe to drink?
ATTLEBORO WATER DEPT water receives a grade of B (64/100), which is considered good. Out of 69 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 3 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has ATTLEBORO WATER DEPT detected?
69 contaminants were tested in ATTLEBORO WATER DEPT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile), manganese, chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 3 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does ATTLEBORO WATER DEPT have any EPA violations?
Yes, ATTLEBORO WATER DEPT has 15 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2018. Violation types include MCL, MR, TT. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does ATTLEBORO WATER DEPT serve?
ATTLEBORO WATER DEPT serves approximately 46,654 people, Massachusetts. The system provides water to 1 community: Attleboro.
What type of water does ATTLEBORO WATER DEPT provide?
ATTLEBORO WATER DEPT 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 MA4016000.
How does ATTLEBORO WATER DEPT compare to other utilities in Massachusetts?
ATTLEBORO WATER DEPT scores 64/100 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.