F0/100
MAYNARD DPW, WATER DIVISION — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 10,401 people · Massachusetts
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
MA2174000
Violations
187
Contaminant Test Results
4 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.90 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
PFOA | 0.005 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
chlorate | 1830.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.005 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring / Reporting Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: September 29, 2024 – August 1, 2025Rule: Ground Water 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 MAYNARD DPW, WATER DIVISION
Is MAYNARD DPW, WATER DIVISION water safe to drink?
MAYNARD DPW, WATER DIVISION water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 2 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 187 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has MAYNARD DPW, WATER DIVISION detected?
67 contaminants were tested in MAYNARD DPW, WATER DIVISION's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), PFOA, Lead (90th percentile), chlorate. 2 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 4 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does MAYNARD DPW, WATER DIVISION have any EPA violations?
Yes, MAYNARD DPW, WATER DIVISION has 187 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include MR, MCL. 8 are health-based violations.
How many people does MAYNARD DPW, WATER DIVISION serve?
MAYNARD DPW, WATER DIVISION serves approximately 10,401 people, Massachusetts. The system provides water to 1 community: Maynard.
What type of water does MAYNARD DPW, WATER DIVISION provide?
MAYNARD DPW, WATER DIVISION sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MA2174000.
How does MAYNARD DPW, WATER DIVISION compare to other utilities in Massachusetts?
MAYNARD DPW, WATER DIVISION 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.