C56/100
SHREWSBURY WATER DEPARTMENT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 38,325 people · Massachusetts
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
MA2271000
Violations
8
Contaminant Test Results
3 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 4.16 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
PFOS | 0.006 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOA | 0.005 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
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 SHREWSBURY WATER DEPARTMENT
Is SHREWSBURY WATER DEPARTMENT water safe to drink?
SHREWSBURY WATER DEPARTMENT water receives a grade of C (56/100), which is considered fair. 3 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 8 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has SHREWSBURY WATER DEPARTMENT detected?
67 contaminants were tested in SHREWSBURY WATER DEPARTMENT's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), PFOS, PFOA. 3 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 3 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does SHREWSBURY WATER DEPARTMENT have any EPA violations?
Yes, SHREWSBURY WATER DEPARTMENT has 8 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2019. Violation types include MR, Other, MCL. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does SHREWSBURY WATER DEPARTMENT serve?
SHREWSBURY WATER DEPARTMENT serves approximately 38,325 people, Massachusetts. The system provides water to 1 community: Shrewsbury.
What type of water does SHREWSBURY WATER DEPARTMENT provide?
SHREWSBURY WATER DEPARTMENT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MA2271000.
How does SHREWSBURY WATER DEPARTMENT compare to other utilities in Massachusetts?
SHREWSBURY WATER DEPARTMENT scores 56/100 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.