F0/100
LAWRENCE WATER WORKS — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 88,877 people · Massachusetts
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
MA3149000
Violations
182
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
chlorate | 280.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2020.
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 LAWRENCE WATER WORKS
Is LAWRENCE WATER WORKS water safe to drink?
LAWRENCE WATER WORKS water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 182 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has LAWRENCE WATER WORKS detected?
69 contaminants were tested in LAWRENCE WATER WORKS's water. Notable contaminants include chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does LAWRENCE WATER WORKS have any EPA violations?
Yes, LAWRENCE WATER WORKS has 182 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2020. Violation types include MR, TT, Other. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does LAWRENCE WATER WORKS serve?
LAWRENCE WATER WORKS serves approximately 88,877 people, Massachusetts. The system provides water to 1 community: Lawrence.
What type of water does LAWRENCE WATER WORKS provide?
LAWRENCE WATER WORKS sources its water from surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is MA3149000.
How does LAWRENCE WATER WORKS compare to other utilities in Massachusetts?
LAWRENCE WATER WORKS 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.