C53/100
BOURNE WATER DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 22,500 people · Massachusetts
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
MA4036000
Violations
28
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.51 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
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 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 BOURNE WATER DISTRICT
Is BOURNE WATER DISTRICT water safe to drink?
BOURNE WATER DISTRICT water receives a grade of C (53/100), which is considered fair. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 28 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has BOURNE WATER DISTRICT detected?
64 contaminants were tested in BOURNE WATER DISTRICT's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does BOURNE WATER DISTRICT have any EPA violations?
Yes, BOURNE WATER DISTRICT has 28 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2012. Violation types include MCL, Other, MR. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does BOURNE WATER DISTRICT serve?
BOURNE WATER DISTRICT serves approximately 22,500 people, Massachusetts. The system provides water to 1 community: Bourne.
What type of water does BOURNE WATER DISTRICT provide?
BOURNE WATER DISTRICT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MA4036000.
How does BOURNE WATER DISTRICT compare to other utilities in Massachusetts?
BOURNE WATER DISTRICT scores 53/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our Massachusetts state page for a full comparison of water systems.