F0/100
FALL RIVER WATER DEPARTMENT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 94,000 people · Massachusetts
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
MA4095000
Violations
54
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.012 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2021.
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 FALL RIVER WATER DEPARTMENT
Is FALL RIVER WATER DEPARTMENT water safe to drink?
FALL RIVER WATER DEPARTMENT water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 54 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has FALL RIVER WATER DEPARTMENT detected?
76 contaminants were tested in FALL RIVER WATER DEPARTMENT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does FALL RIVER WATER DEPARTMENT have any EPA violations?
Yes, FALL RIVER WATER DEPARTMENT has 54 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2021. Violation types include MR, MCL, Other. 11 are health-based violations.
How many people does FALL RIVER WATER DEPARTMENT serve?
FALL RIVER WATER DEPARTMENT serves approximately 94,000 people, Massachusetts. The system provides water to 1 community: Fall River.
What type of water does FALL RIVER WATER DEPARTMENT provide?
FALL RIVER WATER DEPARTMENT sources its water from surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is MA4095000.
How does FALL RIVER WATER DEPARTMENT compare to other utilities in Massachusetts?
FALL RIVER 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.