D39/100
SHARON WATER DEPT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 16,991 people · Massachusetts
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
MA4266000
Violations
6
Contaminant Test Results
5 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.39 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
PFHxS | 0.012 µg/L | 0.010 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOS | 0.008 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 2011.
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 SHARON WATER DEPT
Is SHARON WATER DEPT water safe to drink?
SHARON WATER DEPT water receives a grade of D (39/100), which is considered poor. 4 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 6 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has SHARON WATER DEPT detected?
67 contaminants were tested in SHARON WATER DEPT's water. Notable contaminants include PFOS, PFOA, PFHxS, Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 4 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 5 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does SHARON WATER DEPT have any EPA violations?
Yes, SHARON WATER DEPT has 6 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2011. Violation types include MR, MCL. 5 are health-based violations.
How many people does SHARON WATER DEPT serve?
SHARON WATER DEPT serves approximately 16,991 people, Massachusetts. The system provides water to 1 community: Sharon.
What type of water does SHARON WATER DEPT provide?
SHARON WATER DEPT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MA4266000.
How does SHARON WATER DEPT compare to other utilities in Massachusetts?
SHARON WATER DEPT scores 39/100 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.