F11/100
HOPEDALE WATER DEPARTMENT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 6,017 people · Massachusetts
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
MA2138000
Violations
38
Contaminant Test Results
3 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOA | 0.007 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOS | 0.004 µg/L | 0.004 µg/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 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 HOPEDALE WATER DEPARTMENT
Is HOPEDALE WATER DEPARTMENT water safe to drink?
HOPEDALE WATER DEPARTMENT water receives a grade of F (11/100), which is considered failing. 2 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 38 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has HOPEDALE WATER DEPARTMENT detected?
31 contaminants were tested in HOPEDALE WATER DEPARTMENT's water. Notable contaminants include PFOA, PFOS, Lead (90th percentile). 2 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 3 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does HOPEDALE WATER DEPARTMENT have any EPA violations?
Yes, HOPEDALE WATER DEPARTMENT has 38 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2018. Violation types include MR, TT, MCL. 8 are health-based violations.
How many people does HOPEDALE WATER DEPARTMENT serve?
HOPEDALE WATER DEPARTMENT serves approximately 6,017 people, Massachusetts. The system provides water to 1 community: Hopedale.
What type of water does HOPEDALE WATER DEPARTMENT provide?
HOPEDALE WATER DEPARTMENT 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 MA2138000.
How does HOPEDALE WATER DEPARTMENT compare to other utilities in Massachusetts?
HOPEDALE WATER DEPARTMENT scores 11/100 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.