F0/100
HARVARD WATER DEPARTMENT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,422 people · Massachusetts
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
MA2125000
Violations
148
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.004 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 HARVARD WATER DEPARTMENT
Is HARVARD WATER DEPARTMENT water safe to drink?
HARVARD WATER DEPARTMENT water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 148 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has HARVARD WATER DEPARTMENT detected?
1 contaminants were tested in HARVARD WATER DEPARTMENT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does HARVARD WATER DEPARTMENT have any EPA violations?
Yes, HARVARD WATER DEPARTMENT has 148 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2016. Violation types include MR, MCL, Other. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does HARVARD WATER DEPARTMENT serve?
HARVARD WATER DEPARTMENT serves approximately 1,422 people, Massachusetts. The system provides water to 1 community: Harvard.
What type of water does HARVARD WATER DEPARTMENT provide?
HARVARD WATER DEPARTMENT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MA2125000.
How does HARVARD WATER DEPARTMENT compare to other utilities in Massachusetts?
HARVARD 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.