A86/100
KENT COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 88,779 people · Rhode Island
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
RI1559511
Violations
7
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
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 2019.
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 KENT COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY
Is KENT COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY water safe to drink?
KENT COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY water receives a grade of A (86/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 69 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has KENT COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY detected?
69 contaminants were tested in KENT COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does KENT COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY have any EPA violations?
Yes, KENT COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY has 7 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2019. Violation types include MR, MCL, Other. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does KENT COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY serve?
KENT COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY serves approximately 88,779 people, Rhode Island. The system provides water to 8 communities: Coventry, Cranston, East Greenwich, North Kingstown, Scituate, and 3 more.
What type of water does KENT COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY provide?
KENT COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY sources its water from purchased surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is RI1559511.
How does KENT COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY compare to other utilities in Rhode Island?
KENT COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY scores 86/100 with a grade of A (excellent). This places it among the higher-performing utilities in the state. Visit our Rhode Island state page for a full comparison of water systems.