F3/100
HOLBROOK PUBLIC WORKS DEPT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 11,405 people · Massachusetts
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
MA4133000
Violations
18
Contaminant Test Results
3 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOS | 0.010 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOA | 0.007 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.001 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 HOLBROOK PUBLIC WORKS DEPT
Is HOLBROOK PUBLIC WORKS DEPT water safe to drink?
HOLBROOK PUBLIC WORKS DEPT water receives a grade of F (3/100), which is considered failing. 2 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 18 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has HOLBROOK PUBLIC WORKS DEPT detected?
69 contaminants were tested in HOLBROOK PUBLIC WORKS DEPT's water. Notable contaminants include PFOS, PFOA, Lead (90th percentile). 2 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 3 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does HOLBROOK PUBLIC WORKS DEPT have any EPA violations?
Yes, HOLBROOK PUBLIC WORKS DEPT has 18 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2021. Violation types include MR, MCL, Other. 15 are health-based violations.
How many people does HOLBROOK PUBLIC WORKS DEPT serve?
HOLBROOK PUBLIC WORKS DEPT serves approximately 11,405 people, Massachusetts. The system provides water to 1 community: Holbrook.
What type of water does HOLBROOK PUBLIC WORKS DEPT provide?
HOLBROOK PUBLIC WORKS DEPT sources its water from purchased surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is MA4133000.
How does HOLBROOK PUBLIC WORKS DEPT compare to other utilities in Massachusetts?
HOLBROOK PUBLIC WORKS DEPT scores 3/100 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.