F0/100
BLACKSTONE WATER DEPARTMENT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 9,868 people · Massachusetts
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
MA2032000
Violations
77
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 5.00 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
PFOA | 0.006 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2012.
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 BLACKSTONE WATER DEPARTMENT
Is BLACKSTONE WATER DEPARTMENT water safe to drink?
BLACKSTONE WATER DEPARTMENT water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 2 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 77 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has BLACKSTONE WATER DEPARTMENT detected?
32 contaminants were tested in BLACKSTONE WATER DEPARTMENT's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), PFOA. 2 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does BLACKSTONE WATER DEPARTMENT have any EPA violations?
Yes, BLACKSTONE WATER DEPARTMENT has 77 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2012. Violation types include MCL, MR, Other. 9 are health-based violations.
How many people does BLACKSTONE WATER DEPARTMENT serve?
BLACKSTONE WATER DEPARTMENT serves approximately 9,868 people, Massachusetts. The system provides water to 1 community: Blackstone.
What type of water does BLACKSTONE WATER DEPARTMENT provide?
BLACKSTONE WATER DEPARTMENT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MA2032000.
How does BLACKSTONE WATER DEPARTMENT compare to other utilities in Massachusetts?
BLACKSTONE WATER DEPARTMENT 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.