C48/100
CHESHIRE WATER DEPT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,407 people · Massachusetts
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
MA1058000
Violations
37
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.015 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2017.
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 CHESHIRE WATER DEPT
Is CHESHIRE WATER DEPT water safe to drink?
CHESHIRE WATER DEPT water receives a grade of C (48/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 37 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has CHESHIRE WATER DEPT detected?
1 contaminants were tested in CHESHIRE WATER DEPT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does CHESHIRE WATER DEPT have any EPA violations?
Yes, CHESHIRE WATER DEPT has 37 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2017. Violation types include Other, MCL, MR. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does CHESHIRE WATER DEPT serve?
CHESHIRE WATER DEPT serves approximately 1,407 people, Massachusetts. The system provides water to 1 community: Cheshire.
What type of water does CHESHIRE WATER DEPT provide?
CHESHIRE WATER DEPT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MA1058000.
How does CHESHIRE WATER DEPT compare to other utilities in Massachusetts?
CHESHIRE WATER DEPT scores 48/100 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.