C45/100
BUZZARDS BAY WATER DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 7,700 people · Massachusetts
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
MA4036001
Violations
12
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 2013.
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 BUZZARDS BAY WATER DISTRICT
Is BUZZARDS BAY WATER DISTRICT water safe to drink?
BUZZARDS BAY WATER DISTRICT water receives a grade of C (45/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 12 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has BUZZARDS BAY WATER DISTRICT detected?
31 contaminants were tested in BUZZARDS BAY WATER DISTRICT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does BUZZARDS BAY WATER DISTRICT have any EPA violations?
Yes, BUZZARDS BAY WATER DISTRICT has 12 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2013. Violation types include MCL, MR. 10 are health-based violations.
How many people does BUZZARDS BAY WATER DISTRICT serve?
BUZZARDS BAY WATER DISTRICT serves approximately 7,700 people, Massachusetts. The system provides water to 1 community: Bourne.
What type of water does BUZZARDS BAY WATER DISTRICT provide?
BUZZARDS BAY WATER DISTRICT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MA4036001.
How does BUZZARDS BAY WATER DISTRICT compare to other utilities in Massachusetts?
BUZZARDS BAY WATER DISTRICT scores 45/100 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.