F0/100
MALDEN WATER DIVISION (MWRA) — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 66,263 people · Massachusetts
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
MA3165000
Violations
23
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.018 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Over Limit |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
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 MALDEN WATER DIVISION (MWRA)
Is MALDEN WATER DIVISION (MWRA) water safe to drink?
MALDEN WATER DIVISION (MWRA) water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 23 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has MALDEN WATER DIVISION (MWRA) detected?
69 contaminants were tested in MALDEN WATER DIVISION (MWRA)'s water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does MALDEN WATER DIVISION (MWRA) have any EPA violations?
Yes, MALDEN WATER DIVISION (MWRA) has 23 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include Other, MR, TT. 20 are health-based violations.
How many people does MALDEN WATER DIVISION (MWRA) serve?
MALDEN WATER DIVISION (MWRA) serves approximately 66,263 people, Massachusetts. The system provides water to 1 community: Malden.
What type of water does MALDEN WATER DIVISION (MWRA) provide?
MALDEN WATER DIVISION (MWRA) 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 MA3165000.
How does MALDEN WATER DIVISION (MWRA) compare to other utilities in Massachusetts?
MALDEN WATER DIVISION (MWRA) 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.