Water Quality in Sterling, MA (01564)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 01564.

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.

8,183

Population

6

Water Systems

1

Violations (5yr)

1

Health-Based

Location

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Water Systems Serving This Area (6)

Sterling Water Department

1 health-based
Groundwater 6,754 people served
1 violation (5yr) · 1 health-based · All resolved
Lead tested: 8 ppb (limit: 15 ppb)

Sterling Ice Cream Bar

Groundwater 200 people served
0 violations

Sterling Nursery School

Groundwater 150 people served
0 violations

Pinecrest Duck Farm

Groundwater 50 people served
0 violations

Twin Oaks Restaurant

Groundwater 25 people served
0 violations

Sattle River Riding Camp

Groundwater 25 people served
0 violations

Contaminants Found

Lead and Copper RuleHealth-Based

Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.

1 violation
All resolved

Lead & Copper Levels

Lead (Pb)

Approaching limit
8 ppb measured Action level: 15 ppb

Sampled: Jan 2025

How Does This Compare?

Sterling (01564) 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.

Fewer violations 29th percentile More violations

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.

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. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.

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