F0/100
PITTSFIELD DPU WATER DEPT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 43,927 people · Massachusetts
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
MA1236000
Violations
104
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2017.
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 PITTSFIELD DPU WATER DEPT
Is PITTSFIELD DPU WATER DEPT water safe to drink?
PITTSFIELD DPU WATER DEPT water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 104 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has PITTSFIELD DPU WATER DEPT detected?
69 contaminants were tested in PITTSFIELD DPU WATER DEPT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does PITTSFIELD DPU WATER DEPT have any EPA violations?
Yes, PITTSFIELD DPU WATER DEPT has 104 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2017. Violation types include Other, TT, MR. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does PITTSFIELD DPU WATER DEPT serve?
PITTSFIELD DPU WATER DEPT serves approximately 43,927 people, Massachusetts. The system provides water to 1 community: Pittsfield.
What type of water does PITTSFIELD DPU WATER DEPT provide?
PITTSFIELD DPU WATER DEPT 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 MA1236000.
How does PITTSFIELD DPU WATER DEPT compare to other utilities in Massachusetts?
PITTSFIELD DPU WATER DEPT scores 0/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Massachusetts state page for a full comparison of water systems.