F0/100
DOUGLAS WATER DEPARTMENT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 4,400 people · Massachusetts
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
MA2077000
Violations
46
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.60 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2014.
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 DOUGLAS WATER DEPARTMENT
Is DOUGLAS WATER DEPARTMENT water safe to drink?
DOUGLAS WATER DEPARTMENT water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 46 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has DOUGLAS WATER DEPARTMENT detected?
32 contaminants were tested in DOUGLAS WATER DEPARTMENT's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does DOUGLAS WATER DEPARTMENT have any EPA violations?
Yes, DOUGLAS WATER DEPARTMENT has 46 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2014. Violation types include MCL, MR. 13 are health-based violations.
How many people does DOUGLAS WATER DEPARTMENT serve?
DOUGLAS WATER DEPARTMENT serves approximately 4,400 people, Massachusetts. The system provides water to 1 community: Douglas.
What type of water does DOUGLAS WATER DEPARTMENT provide?
DOUGLAS WATER DEPARTMENT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MA2077000.
How does DOUGLAS WATER DEPARTMENT compare to other utilities in Massachusetts?
DOUGLAS 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.