D31/100
PAXTON WATER DEPARTMENT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 4,300 people · Massachusetts
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
MA2228000
Violations
17
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 2.10 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2014.
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 PAXTON WATER DEPARTMENT
Is PAXTON WATER DEPARTMENT water safe to drink?
PAXTON WATER DEPARTMENT water receives a grade of D (31/100), which is considered poor. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 17 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has PAXTON WATER DEPARTMENT detected?
32 contaminants were tested in PAXTON WATER DEPARTMENT's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does PAXTON WATER DEPARTMENT have any EPA violations?
Yes, PAXTON WATER DEPARTMENT has 17 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2014. Violation types include MCL, MR, TT. 11 are health-based violations.
How many people does PAXTON WATER DEPARTMENT serve?
PAXTON WATER DEPARTMENT serves approximately 4,300 people, Massachusetts. The system provides water to 1 community: Paxton.
What type of water does PAXTON WATER DEPARTMENT provide?
PAXTON WATER DEPARTMENT 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 MA2228000.
How does PAXTON WATER DEPARTMENT compare to other utilities in Massachusetts?
PAXTON WATER DEPARTMENT scores 31/100 with a grade of D (poor). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Massachusetts state page for a full comparison of water systems.