B75/100
SHELBURNE FALLS FIRE DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,806 people · Massachusetts
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
MA1268000
Violations
10
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 2009.
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 SHELBURNE FALLS FIRE DISTRICT
Is SHELBURNE FALLS FIRE DISTRICT water safe to drink?
SHELBURNE FALLS FIRE DISTRICT water receives a grade of B (75/100), which is considered good. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has SHELBURNE FALLS FIRE DISTRICT detected?
1 contaminants were tested in SHELBURNE FALLS FIRE DISTRICT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does SHELBURNE FALLS FIRE DISTRICT have any EPA violations?
Yes, SHELBURNE FALLS FIRE DISTRICT has 10 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2009. Violation types include MCL, MR. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does SHELBURNE FALLS FIRE DISTRICT serve?
SHELBURNE FALLS FIRE DISTRICT serves approximately 1,806 people, Massachusetts. The system provides water to 1 community: Shelburne.
What type of water does SHELBURNE FALLS FIRE DISTRICT provide?
SHELBURNE FALLS FIRE DISTRICT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MA1268000.
How does SHELBURNE FALLS FIRE DISTRICT compare to other utilities in Massachusetts?
SHELBURNE FALLS FIRE DISTRICT scores 75/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our Massachusetts state page for a full comparison of water systems.