F3/100
TOPSFIELD WATER DEPARTMENT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 5,435 people · Massachusetts
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
MA3298000
Violations
49
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOA | 0.009 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOS | 0.005 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
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 TOPSFIELD WATER DEPARTMENT
Is TOPSFIELD WATER DEPARTMENT water safe to drink?
TOPSFIELD WATER DEPARTMENT water receives a grade of F (3/100), which is considered failing. 2 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 49 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has TOPSFIELD WATER DEPARTMENT detected?
51 contaminants were tested in TOPSFIELD WATER DEPARTMENT's water. Notable contaminants include PFOA, PFOS. 2 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does TOPSFIELD WATER DEPARTMENT have any EPA violations?
Yes, TOPSFIELD WATER DEPARTMENT has 49 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2021. Violation types include MR, MON, MCL. 8 are health-based violations.
How many people does TOPSFIELD WATER DEPARTMENT serve?
TOPSFIELD WATER DEPARTMENT serves approximately 5,435 people, Massachusetts. The system provides water to 1 community: Topsfield.
What type of water does TOPSFIELD WATER DEPARTMENT provide?
TOPSFIELD WATER DEPARTMENT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MA3298000.
How does TOPSFIELD WATER DEPARTMENT compare to other utilities in Massachusetts?
TOPSFIELD WATER DEPARTMENT scores 3/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Massachusetts state page for a full comparison of water systems.