C40/100
RANDOLPH WATER DEPARTMENT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 34,362 people · Massachusetts
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
MA4244000
Violations
13
Contaminant Test Results
3 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOS | 0.013 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOA | 0.007 µg/L | 0.004 µg/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 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 RANDOLPH WATER DEPARTMENT
Is RANDOLPH WATER DEPARTMENT water safe to drink?
RANDOLPH WATER DEPARTMENT water receives a grade of C (40/100), which is considered fair. 2 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 13 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has RANDOLPH WATER DEPARTMENT detected?
69 contaminants were tested in RANDOLPH WATER DEPARTMENT's water. Notable contaminants include PFOS, PFOA, Lead (90th percentile). 2 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 3 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does RANDOLPH WATER DEPARTMENT have any EPA violations?
Yes, RANDOLPH WATER DEPARTMENT has 13 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2019. Violation types include Other, MR, MCL. 7 are health-based violations.
How many people does RANDOLPH WATER DEPARTMENT serve?
RANDOLPH WATER DEPARTMENT serves approximately 34,362 people, Massachusetts. The system provides water to 1 community: Randolph.
What type of water does RANDOLPH WATER DEPARTMENT provide?
RANDOLPH 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 MA4244000.
How does RANDOLPH WATER DEPARTMENT compare to other utilities in Massachusetts?
RANDOLPH WATER DEPARTMENT scores 40/100 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.