A99/100
BEVERLY WATER DEPT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 47,461 people · Massachusetts
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
MA3030000
Violations
0
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
chlorate | 240.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.013 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
This system has a clean compliance history.
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 BEVERLY WATER DEPT
Is BEVERLY WATER DEPT water safe to drink?
BEVERLY WATER DEPT water receives a grade of A (99/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 69 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has BEVERLY WATER DEPT detected?
69 contaminants were tested in BEVERLY WATER DEPT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile), chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does BEVERLY WATER DEPT have any EPA violations?
No, BEVERLY WATER DEPT has zero EPA violations on record. This indicates consistent compliance with federal drinking water standards.
How many people does BEVERLY WATER DEPT serve?
BEVERLY WATER DEPT serves approximately 47,461 people, Massachusetts. The system provides water to 1 community: Beverly.
What type of water does BEVERLY WATER DEPT provide?
BEVERLY WATER DEPT 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 MA3030000.
How does BEVERLY WATER DEPT compare to other utilities in Massachusetts?
BEVERLY WATER DEPT scores 99/100 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.