B67/100
SOUTHAMPTON WATER DEPT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 4,853 people · Massachusetts
Water Source
GUP
County
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System ID
MA1276000
Violations
6
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.35 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
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 2014.
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 SOUTHAMPTON WATER DEPT
Is SOUTHAMPTON WATER DEPT water safe to drink?
SOUTHAMPTON WATER DEPT water receives a grade of B (67/100), which is considered good. Out of 32 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has SOUTHAMPTON WATER DEPT detected?
32 contaminants were tested in SOUTHAMPTON WATER DEPT's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does SOUTHAMPTON WATER DEPT have any EPA violations?
Yes, SOUTHAMPTON WATER DEPT has 6 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2014. Violation types include MCL, Other, MR. 4 are health-based violations.
How many people does SOUTHAMPTON WATER DEPT serve?
SOUTHAMPTON WATER DEPT serves approximately 4,853 people, Massachusetts. The system provides water to 1 community: Southampton.
What type of water does SOUTHAMPTON WATER DEPT provide?
SOUTHAMPTON WATER DEPT sources its water from gup. The utility's system ID is MA1276000.
How does SOUTHAMPTON WATER DEPT compare to other utilities in Massachusetts?
SOUTHAMPTON WATER DEPT scores 67/100 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.