C53/100
RICHMOND, TOWN OF — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,671 people · Rhode Island
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
RI1000040
Violations
28
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
4
Violations (last 5yr)
1
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Disinfection byproduct treatment technique failure
When: February 29, 2024 – June 28, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Unresolved
Failed to issue ongoing public notification
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: January 1, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 2Resolved
Monitoring violation
When: December 1, 2023 – December 27, 2023Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Formal — state order issued
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: November 1, 2022 – November 30, 2022Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
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 RICHMOND, TOWN OF
Is RICHMOND, TOWN OF water safe to drink?
RICHMOND, TOWN OF water receives a grade of C (53/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 28 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has RICHMOND, TOWN OF detected?
1 contaminants were tested in RICHMOND, TOWN OF's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does RICHMOND, TOWN OF have any EPA violations?
Yes, RICHMOND, TOWN OF has 28 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include Other, MR, TT. 4 are health-based violations.
How many people does RICHMOND, TOWN OF serve?
RICHMOND, TOWN OF serves approximately 2,671 people, Rhode Island. The system provides water to 1 community: Richmond.
What type of water does RICHMOND, TOWN OF provide?
RICHMOND, TOWN OF sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is RI1000040.
How does RICHMOND, TOWN OF compare to other utilities in Rhode Island?
RICHMOND, TOWN OF scores 53/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our Rhode Island state page for a full comparison of water systems.