F0/100
TOWN OF AVON — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 4,777 people · Massachusetts
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
MA4018000
Violations
80
Contaminant Test Results
3 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOS | 0.006 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOA | 0.005 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2016.
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 TOWN OF AVON
Is TOWN OF AVON water safe to drink?
TOWN OF AVON water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 2 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 80 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has TOWN OF AVON detected?
38 contaminants were tested in TOWN OF AVON's water. Notable contaminants include PFOS, PFOA, Lead (90th percentile). 2 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 3 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does TOWN OF AVON have any EPA violations?
Yes, TOWN OF AVON has 80 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2016. Violation types include TT, Other, MCL. 5 are health-based violations.
How many people does TOWN OF AVON serve?
TOWN OF AVON serves approximately 4,777 people, Massachusetts. The system provides water to 1 community: Avon.
What type of water does TOWN OF AVON provide?
TOWN OF AVON sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MA4018000.
How does TOWN OF AVON compare to other utilities in Massachusetts?
TOWN OF AVON scores 0/100 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.