Water Quality in Methuen, MA (01844)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 01844.
Active Health Violations
1 health-based violation found in the past 5 years, with at least one still unresolved. Contaminant levels have exceeded federal safety limits. Consider testing your tap water independently.
More violations than 88% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
53,420
Population
15
Water Systems
39
Violations (5yr)
1
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (15)
Methuen Water Dept
Ossipee Dunkin Donuts
Dunkin Donuts/Baskin Robbins
All resolvedDunkin Donuts
Dunkin Donuts
1 Delahunty
Dunkin Donuts-Lyman
1 health-basedHickory Hill Golf Course
183 Solrac 5
Town Of Methuen
Pepsi Cola Plant
Merrimack Valley Ski Lodge
Jimmys Ii Restaurant
Bon Secours Hospital
Charles Bonanno / Inact.
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Methuen (01844) has more violations than 88% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 39.
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.
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. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.