Water Quality in Amherst, MA (01002)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 01002.
Past Health-Based Violations
1 health-based violation was found in the past 5 years, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. All have since been resolved.
More violations than 29% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
26,370
Population
17
Water Systems
1
Violations (5yr)
1
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (17)
Amherst Dpw Water Division
1 health-basedAmherst Water Division
Dcr Notch Visitors Center
Dem Holyoke Range Notch Visitor Center
Rebel Cafe
Kern Center
Great Swamp Farm
Dem
Dem
Dem
Dem
Mass. D.E.M. Skinner St. Park
Erving Forest Picnic Area Inact
Mass. D.E.M. Gardner St. Park
Skinner Park Halfway Area Inact
Dem
Dem
Contaminants Found
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Approaching limitSampled: Jun 2025
How Does This Compare?
Amherst (01002) has more violations than 29% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 1.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on health-based violations detected in your area, these filter types are commonly used to address similar contaminants. Consult your water utility's Consumer Confidence Report for the most current data.
Whole House Carbon Filter
A solid baseline for improving overall water quality. Reduces chlorine, sediment, and many common contaminants throughout your entire home.
Targets:Chlorine, Sediment, Taste & Odor
Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 certified
Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.