D24/100
TAUNTON WATER DIVISION — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 62,165 people · Massachusetts
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
MA4293000
Violations
66
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
chlorate | 710.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
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 2021.
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 TAUNTON WATER DIVISION
Is TAUNTON WATER DIVISION water safe to drink?
TAUNTON WATER DIVISION water receives a grade of D (24/100), which is considered poor. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 66 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has TAUNTON WATER DIVISION detected?
69 contaminants were tested in TAUNTON WATER DIVISION's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile), chlorate. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does TAUNTON WATER DIVISION have any EPA violations?
Yes, TAUNTON WATER DIVISION has 66 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2021. Violation types include MR, Other, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does TAUNTON WATER DIVISION serve?
TAUNTON WATER DIVISION serves approximately 62,165 people, Massachusetts. The system provides water to 1 community: Taunton.
What type of water does TAUNTON WATER DIVISION provide?
TAUNTON WATER DIVISION 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 MA4293000.
How does TAUNTON WATER DIVISION compare to other utilities in Massachusetts?
TAUNTON WATER DIVISION scores 24/100 with a grade of D (poor). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Massachusetts state page for a full comparison of water systems.