C52/100
NEWBURYPORT WATER DEPARTMENT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 20,335 people · Massachusetts
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
MA3206000
Violations
36
Contaminant Test Results
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: January 1, 2022Rule: 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 NEWBURYPORT WATER DEPARTMENT
Is NEWBURYPORT WATER DEPARTMENT water safe to drink?
NEWBURYPORT WATER DEPARTMENT water receives a grade of C (52/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 36 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has NEWBURYPORT WATER DEPARTMENT detected?
69 contaminants were tested in NEWBURYPORT WATER DEPARTMENT's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does NEWBURYPORT WATER DEPARTMENT have any EPA violations?
Yes, NEWBURYPORT WATER DEPARTMENT has 36 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include MR, MCL, TT. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does NEWBURYPORT WATER DEPARTMENT serve?
NEWBURYPORT WATER DEPARTMENT serves approximately 20,335 people, Massachusetts. The system provides water to 1 community: Newburyport.
What type of water does NEWBURYPORT WATER DEPARTMENT provide?
NEWBURYPORT 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 MA3206000.
How does NEWBURYPORT WATER DEPARTMENT compare to other utilities in Massachusetts?
NEWBURYPORT WATER DEPARTMENT scores 52/100 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.