C47/100
THREE RIVERS FIRE DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 3,258 people · Massachusetts
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
MA1227003
Violations
26
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 2.09 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
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 2017.
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 THREE RIVERS FIRE DISTRICT
Is THREE RIVERS FIRE DISTRICT water safe to drink?
THREE RIVERS FIRE DISTRICT water receives a grade of C (47/100), which is considered fair. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 26 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has THREE RIVERS FIRE DISTRICT detected?
2 contaminants were tested in THREE RIVERS FIRE DISTRICT's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does THREE RIVERS FIRE DISTRICT have any EPA violations?
Yes, THREE RIVERS FIRE DISTRICT has 26 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2017. Violation types include Other, MR, MCL. 4 are health-based violations.
How many people does THREE RIVERS FIRE DISTRICT serve?
THREE RIVERS FIRE DISTRICT serves approximately 3,258 people, Massachusetts. The system provides water to 1 community: Palmer.
What type of water does THREE RIVERS FIRE DISTRICT provide?
THREE RIVERS FIRE DISTRICT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MA1227003.
How does THREE RIVERS FIRE DISTRICT compare to other utilities in Massachusetts?
THREE RIVERS FIRE 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.