Water Quality in TOWNSEND, MA (01469)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 01469.
14
Total Violations
0
Health-Based
14
Monitoring / Reporting
14
Resolved
What does this mean?
14 of 14 violations have been resolved. None of these are health-based violations — no contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 14 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 (14 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 31, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 31, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 28, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 28, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Nitrate | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2022 | Resolved | Infants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath |
| Radium-228 | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2022 | Resolved | Increased risk of cancer |
| Radium-226 | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2022 | Resolved | Increased risk of cancer |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2023(2)
Lead and Copper Rule
66
Lead and Copper Rule
66
2022(8)
Lead and Copper Rule
66
Lead and Copper Rule
66
Lead and Copper Rule
52
Lead and Copper Rule
52
Lead and Copper Rule
52
Nitrate
03
Radium-228
03
Radium-226
03
How Does This Compare?
TOWNSEND (01469) has 14 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
Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove.