C44/100
RUSSELL WATER DEPT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,228 people · Massachusetts
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
MA1256000
Violations
33
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.004 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2022 – August 15, 2022Enforcement: Formal — state order issued
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 RUSSELL WATER DEPT
Is RUSSELL WATER DEPT water safe to drink?
RUSSELL WATER DEPT water receives a grade of C (44/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 33 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has RUSSELL WATER DEPT detected?
1 contaminants were tested in RUSSELL WATER DEPT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does RUSSELL WATER DEPT have any EPA violations?
Yes, RUSSELL WATER DEPT has 33 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include Other, MCL, MR. 5 are health-based violations.
How many people does RUSSELL WATER DEPT serve?
RUSSELL WATER DEPT serves approximately 1,228 people, Massachusetts. The system provides water to 1 community: Russell.
What type of water does RUSSELL WATER DEPT provide?
RUSSELL WATER DEPT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MA1256000.
How does RUSSELL WATER DEPT compare to other utilities in Massachusetts?
RUSSELL WATER DEPT scores 44/100 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.