F17/100
EASTHAMPTON WATER DEPT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 16,211 people · Massachusetts
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
MA1087000
Violations
48
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2016.
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 EASTHAMPTON WATER DEPT
Is EASTHAMPTON WATER DEPT water safe to drink?
EASTHAMPTON WATER DEPT water receives a grade of F (17/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 48 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has EASTHAMPTON WATER DEPT detected?
66 contaminants were tested in EASTHAMPTON WATER DEPT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does EASTHAMPTON WATER DEPT have any EPA violations?
Yes, EASTHAMPTON WATER DEPT has 48 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2016. Violation types include MR, MCL, Other. 8 are health-based violations.
How many people does EASTHAMPTON WATER DEPT serve?
EASTHAMPTON WATER DEPT serves approximately 16,211 people, Massachusetts. The system provides water to 1 community: Easthampton.
What type of water does EASTHAMPTON WATER DEPT provide?
EASTHAMPTON WATER DEPT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MA1087000.
How does EASTHAMPTON WATER DEPT compare to other utilities in Massachusetts?
EASTHAMPTON WATER DEPT scores 17/100 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.