B63/100
EDGARTOWN WATER DEPARTMENT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 8,027 people · Massachusetts
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
MA4089000
Violations
10
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.006 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2004.
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 EDGARTOWN WATER DEPARTMENT
Is EDGARTOWN WATER DEPARTMENT water safe to drink?
EDGARTOWN WATER DEPARTMENT water receives a grade of B (63/100), which is considered good. Out of 46 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has EDGARTOWN WATER DEPARTMENT detected?
46 contaminants were tested in EDGARTOWN WATER DEPARTMENT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does EDGARTOWN WATER DEPARTMENT have any EPA violations?
Yes, EDGARTOWN WATER DEPARTMENT has 10 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2004. Violation types include MCL, MR. 6 are health-based violations.
How many people does EDGARTOWN WATER DEPARTMENT serve?
EDGARTOWN WATER DEPARTMENT serves approximately 8,027 people, Massachusetts. The system provides water to 1 community: Edgartown.
What type of water does EDGARTOWN WATER DEPARTMENT provide?
EDGARTOWN WATER DEPARTMENT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MA4089000.
How does EDGARTOWN WATER DEPARTMENT compare to other utilities in Massachusetts?
EDGARTOWN WATER DEPARTMENT scores 63/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our Massachusetts state page for a full comparison of water systems.