C58/100
LYNN WATER AND SEWER COMM — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 101,253 people · Massachusetts
Water Source
Surface Water
County
—
System ID
MA3163000
Violations
11
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOA | 0.005 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 1996.
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 LYNN WATER AND SEWER COMM
Is LYNN WATER AND SEWER COMM water safe to drink?
LYNN WATER AND SEWER COMM water receives a grade of C (58/100), which is considered fair. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 11 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has LYNN WATER AND SEWER COMM detected?
69 contaminants were tested in LYNN WATER AND SEWER COMM's water. Notable contaminants include PFOA, Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does LYNN WATER AND SEWER COMM have any EPA violations?
Yes, LYNN WATER AND SEWER COMM has 11 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 1996. Violation types include MR, MCL, Other. 5 are health-based violations.
How many people does LYNN WATER AND SEWER COMM serve?
LYNN WATER AND SEWER COMM serves approximately 101,253 people, Massachusetts. The system provides water to 1 community: Lynn.
What type of water does LYNN WATER AND SEWER COMM provide?
LYNN WATER AND SEWER COMM 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 MA3163000.
How does LYNN WATER AND SEWER COMM compare to other utilities in Massachusetts?
LYNN WATER AND SEWER COMM scores 58/100 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.