C50/100
UXBRIDGE DPW, WATER DIVISION — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 11,525 people · Massachusetts
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
MA2304000
Violations
23
Contaminant Test Results
3 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.40 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
PFOS | 0.007 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 UXBRIDGE DPW, WATER DIVISION
Is UXBRIDGE DPW, WATER DIVISION water safe to drink?
UXBRIDGE DPW, WATER DIVISION water receives a grade of C (50/100), which is considered fair. 2 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 23 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has UXBRIDGE DPW, WATER DIVISION detected?
67 contaminants were tested in UXBRIDGE DPW, WATER DIVISION's water. Notable contaminants include PFOS, Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 2 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 3 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does UXBRIDGE DPW, WATER DIVISION have any EPA violations?
Yes, UXBRIDGE DPW, WATER DIVISION has 23 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2016. Violation types include MCL, MR. 2 are health-based violations.
How many people does UXBRIDGE DPW, WATER DIVISION serve?
UXBRIDGE DPW, WATER DIVISION serves approximately 11,525 people, Massachusetts. The system provides water to 1 community: Uxbridge.
What type of water does UXBRIDGE DPW, WATER DIVISION provide?
UXBRIDGE DPW, WATER DIVISION sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MA2304000.
How does UXBRIDGE DPW, WATER DIVISION compare to other utilities in Massachusetts?
UXBRIDGE DPW, WATER DIVISION scores 50/100 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.