F0/100
HILLCREST WATER DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,500 people · Massachusetts
Water Source
GUP
County
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System ID
MA2151002
Violations
94
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2014.
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 HILLCREST WATER DISTRICT
Is HILLCREST WATER DISTRICT water safe to drink?
HILLCREST WATER DISTRICT 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 HILLCREST WATER DISTRICT detected?
4 contaminants were tested in HILLCREST WATER DISTRICT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does HILLCREST WATER DISTRICT have any EPA violations?
Yes, HILLCREST WATER DISTRICT has 94 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2014. Violation types include MR, MCL, Other. 43 are health-based violations.
How many people does HILLCREST WATER DISTRICT serve?
HILLCREST WATER DISTRICT serves approximately 1,500 people, Massachusetts. The system provides water to 1 community: Leicester.
What type of water does HILLCREST WATER DISTRICT provide?
HILLCREST WATER DISTRICT sources its water from gup. The utility's system ID is MA2151002.
How does HILLCREST WATER DISTRICT compare to other utilities in Massachusetts?
HILLCREST WATER DISTRICT 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.