C47/100
DEERFIELD FIRE DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,300 people · Massachusetts
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
MA1074000
Violations
38
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 2.37 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.008 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2018.
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 DEERFIELD FIRE DISTRICT
Is DEERFIELD FIRE DISTRICT water safe to drink?
DEERFIELD FIRE DISTRICT water receives a grade of C (47/100), which is considered fair. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 38 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has DEERFIELD FIRE DISTRICT detected?
2 contaminants were tested in DEERFIELD FIRE 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 DEERFIELD FIRE DISTRICT have any EPA violations?
Yes, DEERFIELD FIRE DISTRICT has 38 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2018. Violation types include MR, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does DEERFIELD FIRE DISTRICT serve?
DEERFIELD FIRE DISTRICT serves approximately 1,300 people, Massachusetts. The system provides water to 1 community: Deerfield.
What type of water does DEERFIELD FIRE DISTRICT provide?
DEERFIELD FIRE DISTRICT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MA1074000.
How does DEERFIELD FIRE DISTRICT compare to other utilities in Massachusetts?
DEERFIELD FIRE DISTRICT scores 47/100 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.