Water Quality in PITTSFIELD, MA (01202)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 01202.
43
Total Violations
0
Health-Based
43
Monitoring / Reporting
43
Resolved
What does this mean?
43 of 43 violations have been resolved. None of these are health-based violations — no contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 43 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 (43 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Apr 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Apr 30, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 18, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Fluoride | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 31, 2024 | Resolved | Bone disease (pain and tenderness of the bones); children may get mottled teeth |
| Fluoride | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Aug 31, 2024 | Resolved | Bone disease (pain and tenderness of the bones); children may get mottled teeth |
| Fluoride | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jan 31, 2024 | Resolved | Bone disease (pain and tenderness of the bones); children may get mottled teeth |
| Fluoride | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jan 31, 2024 | Resolved | Bone disease (pain and tenderness of the bones); children may get mottled teeth |
Violation Timeline
2025(2)
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
2024(8)
Public Notice
75
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Fluoride
03
Fluoride
03
Fluoride
03
Fluoride
03
How Does This Compare?
PITTSFIELD (01202) has 43 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
One of the few filtration methods effective at removing nitrates and nitrites. Essential for households with infants.
Targets:Nitrate, Nitrite, Dissolved Solids
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.