F0/100
BERNARDSTON FIRE WATER DIST — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,462 people · Massachusetts
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
MA1029000
Violations
213
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
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 BERNARDSTON FIRE WATER DIST
Is BERNARDSTON FIRE WATER DIST water safe to drink?
BERNARDSTON FIRE WATER DIST water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 213 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has BERNARDSTON FIRE WATER DIST detected?
1 contaminants were tested in BERNARDSTON FIRE WATER DIST's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does BERNARDSTON FIRE WATER DIST have any EPA violations?
Yes, BERNARDSTON FIRE WATER DIST has 213 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2018. Violation types include MR, TT, MCL. 7 are health-based violations.
How many people does BERNARDSTON FIRE WATER DIST serve?
BERNARDSTON FIRE WATER DIST serves approximately 1,462 people, Massachusetts. The system provides water to 1 community: Bernardston.
What type of water does BERNARDSTON FIRE WATER DIST provide?
BERNARDSTON FIRE WATER DIST sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MA1029000.
How does BERNARDSTON FIRE WATER DIST compare to other utilities in Massachusetts?
BERNARDSTON FIRE WATER DIST scores 0/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Massachusetts state page for a full comparison of water systems.