B72/100
SPENCER WATER DEPARTMENT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 7,037 people · Massachusetts
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
MA2280000
Violations
5
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 4.20 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 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 SPENCER WATER DEPARTMENT
Is SPENCER WATER DEPARTMENT water safe to drink?
SPENCER WATER DEPARTMENT water receives a grade of B (72/100), 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 SPENCER WATER DEPARTMENT detected?
32 contaminants were tested in SPENCER WATER DEPARTMENT's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does SPENCER WATER DEPARTMENT have any EPA violations?
Yes, SPENCER WATER DEPARTMENT has 5 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2009. Violation types include MCL, TT, MR. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does SPENCER WATER DEPARTMENT serve?
SPENCER WATER DEPARTMENT serves approximately 7,037 people, Massachusetts. The system provides water to 1 community: Spencer.
What type of water does SPENCER WATER DEPARTMENT provide?
SPENCER WATER DEPARTMENT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MA2280000.
How does SPENCER WATER DEPARTMENT compare to other utilities in Massachusetts?
SPENCER WATER DEPARTMENT scores 72/100 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.