C57/100
HUNTINGTON WATER DEPT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,180 people · Massachusetts
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
MA1143000
Violations
16
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.86 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2023Enforcement: Formal — state order issued
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 HUNTINGTON WATER DEPT
Is HUNTINGTON WATER DEPT water safe to drink?
HUNTINGTON WATER DEPT water receives a grade of C (57/100), which is considered fair. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 16 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has HUNTINGTON WATER DEPT detected?
2 contaminants were tested in HUNTINGTON WATER DEPT's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does HUNTINGTON WATER DEPT have any EPA violations?
Yes, HUNTINGTON WATER DEPT has 16 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include Other, MR, MCL. 4 are health-based violations.
How many people does HUNTINGTON WATER DEPT serve?
HUNTINGTON WATER DEPT serves approximately 2,180 people, Massachusetts. The system provides water to 1 community: Huntington.
What type of water does HUNTINGTON WATER DEPT provide?
HUNTINGTON WATER DEPT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MA1143000.
How does HUNTINGTON WATER DEPT compare to other utilities in Massachusetts?
HUNTINGTON WATER DEPT scores 57/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our Massachusetts state page for a full comparison of water systems.