B64/100
ORANGE WATER DEPT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 6,526 people · Massachusetts
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
MA1223000
Violations
5
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.40 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
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 2015.
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 ORANGE WATER DEPT
Is ORANGE WATER DEPT water safe to drink?
ORANGE WATER DEPT water receives a grade of B (64/100), which is considered good. Out of 32 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has ORANGE WATER DEPT detected?
32 contaminants were tested in ORANGE WATER DEPT's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does ORANGE WATER DEPT have any EPA violations?
Yes, ORANGE WATER DEPT has 5 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2015. Violation types include MCL. 5 are health-based violations.
How many people does ORANGE WATER DEPT serve?
ORANGE WATER DEPT serves approximately 6,526 people, Massachusetts. The system provides water to 1 community: Orange.
What type of water does ORANGE WATER DEPT provide?
ORANGE WATER DEPT sources its water from purchased surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is MA1223000.
How does ORANGE WATER DEPT compare to other utilities in Massachusetts?
ORANGE WATER DEPT scores 64/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our Massachusetts state page for a full comparison of water systems.