F0/100
GREAT BARRINGTON FIRE DIST — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 4,375 people · Massachusetts
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
MA1113000
Violations
94
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 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 GREAT BARRINGTON FIRE DIST
Is GREAT BARRINGTON FIRE DIST water safe to drink?
GREAT BARRINGTON FIRE DIST water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 94 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has GREAT BARRINGTON FIRE DIST detected?
31 contaminants were tested in GREAT BARRINGTON FIRE DIST's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does GREAT BARRINGTON FIRE DIST have any EPA violations?
Yes, GREAT BARRINGTON FIRE DIST has 94 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2018. Violation types include MR, TT, Other. 4 are health-based violations.
How many people does GREAT BARRINGTON FIRE DIST serve?
GREAT BARRINGTON FIRE DIST serves approximately 4,375 people, Massachusetts. The system provides water to 1 community: Great Barrington.
What type of water does GREAT BARRINGTON FIRE DIST provide?
GREAT BARRINGTON FIRE DIST sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MA1113000.
How does GREAT BARRINGTON FIRE DIST compare to other utilities in Massachusetts?
GREAT BARRINGTON FIRE DIST 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.