A88/100
NORTH TIVERTON FIRE DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 8,969 people · Rhode Island
Water Source
Purchased Surface Water
County
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System ID
RI1592018
Violations
6
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
PFOA | 0.004 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Above Goal |
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 2014.
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 NORTH TIVERTON FIRE DISTRICT
Is NORTH TIVERTON FIRE DISTRICT water safe to drink?
NORTH TIVERTON FIRE DISTRICT water receives a grade of A (88/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 34 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has NORTH TIVERTON FIRE DISTRICT detected?
34 contaminants were tested in NORTH TIVERTON FIRE DISTRICT's water. Notable contaminants include PFOA, Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does NORTH TIVERTON FIRE DISTRICT have any EPA violations?
Yes, NORTH TIVERTON FIRE DISTRICT has 6 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2014. Violation types include MR, Other.
How many people does NORTH TIVERTON FIRE DISTRICT serve?
NORTH TIVERTON FIRE DISTRICT serves approximately 8,969 people, Rhode Island. The system provides water to 1 community: Tiverton.
What type of water does NORTH TIVERTON FIRE DISTRICT provide?
NORTH TIVERTON FIRE DISTRICT 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 RI1592018.
How does NORTH TIVERTON FIRE DISTRICT compare to other utilities in Rhode Island?
NORTH TIVERTON FIRE DISTRICT scores 88/100 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.