B79/100
SOUTHBRIDGE WATER DEPARTMENT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 19,180 people · Massachusetts
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
MA2278000
Violations
3
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
chlorate | 381.12 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
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 2007.
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 SOUTHBRIDGE WATER DEPARTMENT
Is SOUTHBRIDGE WATER DEPARTMENT water safe to drink?
SOUTHBRIDGE WATER DEPARTMENT water receives a grade of B (79/100), which is considered good. Out of 69 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has SOUTHBRIDGE WATER DEPARTMENT detected?
69 contaminants were tested in SOUTHBRIDGE WATER DEPARTMENT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile), chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does SOUTHBRIDGE WATER DEPARTMENT have any EPA violations?
Yes, SOUTHBRIDGE WATER DEPARTMENT has 3 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2007. Violation types include MCL, TT. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does SOUTHBRIDGE WATER DEPARTMENT serve?
SOUTHBRIDGE WATER DEPARTMENT serves approximately 19,180 people, Massachusetts. The system provides water to 1 community: Southbridge.
What type of water does SOUTHBRIDGE WATER DEPARTMENT provide?
SOUTHBRIDGE WATER DEPARTMENT sources its water from surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is MA2278000.
How does SOUTHBRIDGE WATER DEPARTMENT compare to other utilities in Massachusetts?
SOUTHBRIDGE WATER DEPARTMENT scores 79/100 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.