C53/100
NORTHAMPTON WATER DIVISION — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 29,571 people · Massachusetts
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
MA1214000
Violations
28
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2019.
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 NORTHAMPTON WATER DIVISION
Is NORTHAMPTON WATER DIVISION water safe to drink?
NORTHAMPTON WATER DIVISION water receives a grade of C (53/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 28 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has NORTHAMPTON WATER DIVISION detected?
69 contaminants were tested in NORTHAMPTON WATER DIVISION's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does NORTHAMPTON WATER DIVISION have any EPA violations?
Yes, NORTHAMPTON WATER DIVISION has 28 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2019. Violation types include MR, MCL, TT. 4 are health-based violations.
How many people does NORTHAMPTON WATER DIVISION serve?
NORTHAMPTON WATER DIVISION serves approximately 29,571 people, Massachusetts. The system provides water to 1 community: Northampton.
What type of water does NORTHAMPTON WATER DIVISION provide?
NORTHAMPTON WATER DIVISION 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 MA1214000.
How does NORTHAMPTON WATER DIVISION compare to other utilities in Massachusetts?
NORTHAMPTON WATER DIVISION scores 53/100 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.