F0/100
HOLDEN WATER DIVISION, DPW — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 17,951 people · Massachusetts
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
MA2134000
Violations
66
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 2.28 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
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 2015.
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 HOLDEN WATER DIVISION, DPW
Is HOLDEN WATER DIVISION, DPW water safe to drink?
HOLDEN WATER DIVISION, DPW water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 66 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has HOLDEN WATER DIVISION, DPW detected?
70 contaminants were tested in HOLDEN WATER DIVISION, DPW's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does HOLDEN WATER DIVISION, DPW have any EPA violations?
Yes, HOLDEN WATER DIVISION, DPW has 66 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2015. Violation types include Other, MCL, MR. 18 are health-based violations.
How many people does HOLDEN WATER DIVISION, DPW serve?
HOLDEN WATER DIVISION, DPW serves approximately 17,951 people, Massachusetts. The system provides water to 1 community: Holden.
What type of water does HOLDEN WATER DIVISION, DPW provide?
HOLDEN WATER DIVISION, DPW 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 MA2134000.
How does HOLDEN WATER DIVISION, DPW compare to other utilities in Massachusetts?
HOLDEN WATER DIVISION, DPW 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.