C47/100
SUNDERLAND WATER DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 3,190 people · Massachusetts
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
MA1289000
Violations
38
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.004 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 SUNDERLAND WATER DISTRICT
Is SUNDERLAND WATER DISTRICT water safe to drink?
SUNDERLAND WATER DISTRICT water receives a grade of C (47/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 38 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has SUNDERLAND WATER DISTRICT detected?
1 contaminants were tested in SUNDERLAND WATER DISTRICT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does SUNDERLAND WATER DISTRICT have any EPA violations?
Yes, SUNDERLAND WATER DISTRICT has 38 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2014. Violation types include MCL, Other, MR. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does SUNDERLAND WATER DISTRICT serve?
SUNDERLAND WATER DISTRICT serves approximately 3,190 people, Massachusetts. The system provides water to 1 community: Sunderland.
What type of water does SUNDERLAND WATER DISTRICT provide?
SUNDERLAND WATER DISTRICT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MA1289000.
How does SUNDERLAND WATER DISTRICT compare to other utilities in Massachusetts?
SUNDERLAND WATER DISTRICT scores 47/100 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.