B69/100
PALMER WATER DISTRICT NO.1 — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 4,789 people · Massachusetts
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
MA1227000
Violations
16
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.005 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
2
Violations (last 5yr)
2
Unresolved
2
Health-Related
TIER 2Unresolved
Failed treatment technique requirements
When: January 1, 2025 – January 31, 2025Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Formal — state order issuedVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 2Unresolved
Failed treatment technique requirements
When: December 1, 2024 – December 31, 2024Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleEnforcement: Formal — state order issuedVerify on EPA.gov
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 PALMER WATER DISTRICT NO.1
Is PALMER WATER DISTRICT NO.1 water safe to drink?
PALMER WATER DISTRICT NO.1 water receives a grade of B (69/100), which is considered good. Out of 31 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has PALMER WATER DISTRICT NO.1 detected?
31 contaminants were tested in PALMER WATER DISTRICT NO.1's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does PALMER WATER DISTRICT NO.1 have any EPA violations?
Yes, PALMER WATER DISTRICT NO.1 has 16 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include TT, MR. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does PALMER WATER DISTRICT NO.1 serve?
PALMER WATER DISTRICT NO.1 serves approximately 4,789 people, Massachusetts. The system provides water to 1 community: Palmer.
What type of water does PALMER WATER DISTRICT NO.1 provide?
PALMER WATER DISTRICT NO.1 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 MA1227000.
How does PALMER WATER DISTRICT NO.1 compare to other utilities in Massachusetts?
PALMER WATER DISTRICT NO.1 scores 69/100 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.