F0/100
WARE WATER DEPT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 10,066 people · Massachusetts
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
MA1309000
Violations
114
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOS | 0.006 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.005 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 WARE WATER DEPT
Is WARE WATER DEPT water safe to drink?
WARE WATER DEPT water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 114 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has WARE WATER DEPT detected?
51 contaminants were tested in WARE WATER DEPT's water. Notable contaminants include PFOS, Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does WARE WATER DEPT have any EPA violations?
Yes, WARE WATER DEPT has 114 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2016. Violation types include MON, Other, MR. 9 are health-based violations.
How many people does WARE WATER DEPT serve?
WARE WATER DEPT serves approximately 10,066 people, Massachusetts. The system provides water to 1 community: Ware.
What type of water does WARE WATER DEPT provide?
WARE WATER DEPT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is MA1309000.
How does WARE WATER DEPT compare to other utilities in Massachusetts?
WARE WATER DEPT 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.