Water Quality in BARRE, MA (01005)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 01005.
49
Total Violations
0
Health-Based
49
Monitoring / Reporting
49
Resolved
What does this mean?
49 of 49 violations have been resolved. None of these are health-based violations — no contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 49 are monitoring or reporting violations (missed testing deadlines or late paperwork — not necessarily a water quality issue). Not all violations mean your water is unsafe. The EPA requires reporting even for minor administrative issues.
Violations Detail (49 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Apr 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Feb 28, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Feb 28, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Groundwater Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jan 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2025(11)
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
2024(34)
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
Groundwater Rule
31
Radium-226
03
Radium-226
03
Radium-228
03
Radium-228
03
How Does This Compare?
BARRE (01005) has 49 recorded violations, none of which are health-based. All violations have been resolved, which is a positive sign for current water quality. Consider testing your tap water independently for added peace of mind.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on the contaminants detected in your area, these filter types may help improve your water quality.
Reverse Osmosis System
Highly effective at removing heavy metals, dissolved solids, and a wide range of contaminants. Recommended for homes with lead or arsenic concerns.
Targets:Lead, Copper, Arsenic, Mercury, Cadmium
Look for:NSF/ANSI 58 certified
UV Water Purifier
Uses ultraviolet light to neutralize bacteria, viruses, and parasites without chemicals. Ideal for homes with microbial contamination concerns.
Targets:E. coli, Coliform, Giardia, Cryptosporidium
Look for:NSF/ANSI 55 (Class A) certified
Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove.