Water Quality in NORTH READING, MA (01864)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 01864.
62
Total Violations
0
Health-Based
62
Monitoring / Reporting
60
Resolved
What does this mean?
60 of 62 violations have been resolved. None of these are health-based violations — no contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 62 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 (62 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 12, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 8, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Feb 28, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Feb 28, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Feb 28, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jan 29, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jan 29, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2025(7)
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
2024(27)
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Public Notice
75
Public Notice
75
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
How Does This Compare?
NORTH READING (01864) has 62 recorded violations, none of which are health-based. 2 remain 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.
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.