Water Quality in LUNENBURG, MA (01462)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 01462.
115
Total Violations
9
Health-Based
106
Monitoring / Reporting
114
Resolved
What does this mean?
114 of 115 violations have been resolved. 9 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 106 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 (115 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Vinyl chloride | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | Increased risk of cancer |
| Ethylbenzene | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Vinyl chloride | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | Increased risk of cancer |
| Carbon tetrachloride | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | Liver problems; increased risk of cancer |
| Carbon tetrachloride | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | Liver problems; increased risk of cancer |
| Carbon tetrachloride | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | Liver problems; increased risk of cancer |
| Carbon tetrachloride | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | Liver problems; increased risk of cancer |
| Trichloroethylene | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | Liver problems; increased risk of cancer |
| Trichloroethylene | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2024 | Resolved | Liver problems; increased risk of cancer |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2025(1)
Lead and Copper Rule
66
2024(103)
Vinyl chloride
03
Ethylbenzene
03
Vinyl chloride
03
Carbon tetrachloride
03
Carbon tetrachloride
03
Carbon tetrachloride
03
Carbon tetrachloride
03
Trichloroethylene
03
Trichloroethylene
03
Trichloroethylene
03
Trichloroethylene
03
Tetrachloroethylene
03
Tetrachloroethylene
03
Tetrachloroethylene
03
Tetrachloroethylene
03
Toluene
03
CHLOROBENZENE
03
CHLOROBENZENE
03
CHLOROBENZENE
03
1,1-Dichloroethylene
03
1,1-Dichloroethylene
03
1,1-Dichloroethylene
03
1,1-Dichloroethylene
03
1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene
03
Vinyl chloride
03
1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene
03
1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene
03
DICHLOROMETHANE
03
DICHLOROMETHANE
03
DICHLOROMETHANE
03
DICHLOROMETHANE
03
o-Dichlorobenzene
03
o-Dichlorobenzene
03
o-Dichlorobenzene
03
o-Dichlorobenzene
03
p-Dichlorobenzene
03
p-Dichlorobenzene
03
p-Dichlorobenzene
03
p-Dichlorobenzene
03
1,2-Dichloroethane
03
1,2-Dichloroethane
03
1,2-Dichloroethane
03
1,2-Dichloroethane
03
1,2-Dichloropropane
03
1,2-Dichloropropane
03
1,2-Dichloropropane
03
1,2-Dichloropropane
03
1,1,2-Trichloroethane
03
1,1,2-Trichloroethane
03
1,1,2-Trichloroethane
03
1,1,2-Trichloroethane
03
Styrene
03
Styrene
03
Styrene
03
Styrene
03
cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene
03
cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene
03
cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene
03
cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene
03
1,1,1-Trichloroethane
03
1,1,1-Trichloroethane
03
1,1,1-Trichloroethane
03
1,1,1-Trichloroethane
03
Benzene
03
Benzene
03
Benzene
03
Benzene
03
trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene
03
trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene
03
trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene
03
trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene
03
Toluene
03
Toluene
03
CHLOROBENZENE
03
Toluene
03
Vinyl chloride
03
Xylenes, Total
03
Xylenes, Total
03
Xylenes, Total
03
Xylenes, Total
03
Ethylbenzene
03
Ethylbenzene
03
Ethylbenzene
03
1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene
03
Lead and Copper Rule
66
Lead and Copper Rule
66
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Lead and Copper Rule
52
Lead and Copper Rule
52
Lead and Copper Rule
52
Lead and Copper Rule
52
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Lead and Copper Rule
57
Lead and Copper Rule
57
Lead and Copper Rule
57
Lead and Copper Rule
57
How Does This Compare?
LUNENBURG (01462) has 115 recorded violations, including 9 health-based. 1 remains unresolved. 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.