Water Quality in HINGHAM, MA (02043)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 02043.

Total Violations

Health-Based

Monitoring / Reporting

Resolved

What does this mean?

34 of 34 violations have been resolved. None of these are health-based violations — no contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 34 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.

Water systems: 13 Population served: 46,600

Violations Detail (34 total)

Contaminant	Category	MCL Limit	Measured	Date	Status	Health Effects
Revised Total Coliform Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Jul 18, 2025	Resolved	N/A
Revised Total Coliform Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Jul 18, 2025	Resolved	N/A
Consumer Confidence Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Jun 30, 2023	Resolved	N/A
Consumer Confidence Rule	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Jun 30, 2023	Resolved	N/A
Methoxychlor	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Mar 31, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Endothall	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Mar 31, 2021	Resolved	N/A
1,2-DIBROMO-3-CHLOROPROPANE	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Mar 31, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Toxaphene	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Mar 31, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Dinoseb	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Mar 31, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Total Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCB)	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Mar 31, 2021	Resolved	N/A
HEXACHLOROBENZENE	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Mar 31, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Heptachlor	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Mar 31, 2021	Resolved	N/A
2,4,5-TP	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Mar 31, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Hexachlorocyclopentadiene	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Mar 31, 2021	Resolved	N/A
OXAMYL	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Mar 31, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Simazine	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Mar 31, 2021	Resolved	N/A
2,3,7,8-TCDD	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Mar 31, 2021	Resolved	N/A
2,4-D	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Mar 31, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Endrin	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Mar 31, 2021	Resolved	N/A
ETHYLENE DIBROMIDE	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Mar 31, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Heptachlor epoxide	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Mar 31, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Pentachlorophenol	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Mar 31, 2021	Resolved	N/A
BHC-GAMMA	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Mar 31, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Dalapon	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Mar 31, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Di(2-ethylhexyl) adipate	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Mar 31, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Mar 31, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Diquat	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Mar 31, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Chlordane	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Mar 31, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Glyphosate	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Mar 31, 2021	Resolved	N/A
LASSO	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Mar 31, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Carbofuran	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Mar 31, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Benzo(a)pyrene	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Mar 31, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Picloram	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Mar 31, 2021	Resolved	N/A
Atrazine	Monitoring	N/A	N/A	Mar 31, 2021	Resolved	Cardiovascular system or reproductive problems

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(2)

Revised Total Coliform Rule

Jul 18Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

Jul 18Resolved

2023(2)

Consumer Confidence Rule

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

Jun 30Resolved

How Does This Compare?

HINGHAM (02043) has 34 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.

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

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove.