F6/100
MARION WATER DIVISION — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 5,761 people · Massachusetts
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
MA4169000
Violations
23
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.35 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.004 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 1 — URGENTResolved
Maximum Contaminant Level Violation
When: October 1, 2021 – October 18, 2021Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: 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 MARION WATER DIVISION
Is MARION WATER DIVISION water safe to drink?
MARION WATER DIVISION water receives a grade of F (6/100), 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 MARION WATER DIVISION detected?
32 contaminants were tested in MARION WATER DIVISION's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does MARION WATER DIVISION have any EPA violations?
Yes, MARION WATER DIVISION has 23 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2021. Violation types include MCL, Other, MR. 15 are health-based violations.
How many people does MARION WATER DIVISION serve?
MARION WATER DIVISION serves approximately 5,761 people, Massachusetts. The system provides water to 1 community: Marion.
What type of water does MARION WATER DIVISION provide?
MARION WATER DIVISION sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MA4169000.
How does MARION WATER DIVISION compare to other utilities in Massachusetts?
MARION WATER DIVISION scores 6/100 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.