F0/100
LEICESTER WATER SUPPLY DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 3,200 people · Massachusetts
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
MA2151000
Violations
83
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 2.11 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2014.
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 LEICESTER WATER SUPPLY DISTRICT
Is LEICESTER WATER SUPPLY DISTRICT water safe to drink?
LEICESTER WATER SUPPLY DISTRICT water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 83 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has LEICESTER WATER SUPPLY DISTRICT detected?
2 contaminants were tested in LEICESTER WATER SUPPLY DISTRICT's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does LEICESTER WATER SUPPLY DISTRICT have any EPA violations?
Yes, LEICESTER WATER SUPPLY DISTRICT has 83 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2014. Violation types include MR, Other, MCL. 31 are health-based violations.
How many people does LEICESTER WATER SUPPLY DISTRICT serve?
LEICESTER WATER SUPPLY DISTRICT serves approximately 3,200 people, Massachusetts. The system provides water to 1 community: Leicester.
What type of water does LEICESTER WATER SUPPLY DISTRICT provide?
LEICESTER WATER SUPPLY DISTRICT 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 MA2151000.
How does LEICESTER WATER SUPPLY DISTRICT compare to other utilities in Massachusetts?
LEICESTER WATER SUPPLY DISTRICT 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.