F0/100
MILFORD WATER DEPARTMENT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 30,379 people · Massachusetts
Water Source
Surface Water
County
—
System ID
MA2185000
Violations
73
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2013.
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 MILFORD WATER DEPARTMENT
Is MILFORD WATER DEPARTMENT water safe to drink?
MILFORD WATER DEPARTMENT water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 73 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has MILFORD WATER DEPARTMENT detected?
69 contaminants were tested in MILFORD WATER DEPARTMENT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does MILFORD WATER DEPARTMENT have any EPA violations?
Yes, MILFORD WATER DEPARTMENT has 73 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2013. Violation types include TT, MCL, MR. 11 are health-based violations.
How many people does MILFORD WATER DEPARTMENT serve?
MILFORD WATER DEPARTMENT serves approximately 30,379 people, Massachusetts. The system provides water to 1 community: Milford.
What type of water does MILFORD WATER DEPARTMENT provide?
MILFORD WATER DEPARTMENT 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 MA2185000.
How does MILFORD WATER DEPARTMENT compare to other utilities in Massachusetts?
MILFORD WATER DEPARTMENT 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.