Water Quality in NORFOLK, MA (02056)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 02056.

296

Total Violations

6

Health-Based

290

Monitoring / Reporting

296

Resolved

What does this mean?

296 of 296 violations have been resolved. 6 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 290 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: 4 Population served: 10,789

Violations Detail (296 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Revised Total Coliform RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/ANov 30, 2024ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/ANov 30, 2024ResolvedN/A
CarbofuranMonitoringN/AN/ASep 30, 2023ResolvedN/A
CarbofuranMonitoringN/AN/ASep 30, 2023ResolvedN/A
2,4-DMonitoringN/AN/ASep 30, 2023ResolvedN/A
2,4-DMonitoringN/AN/ASep 30, 2023ResolvedN/A
EndrinMonitoringN/AN/ASep 30, 2023ResolvedN/A
EndrinMonitoringN/AN/ASep 30, 2023ResolvedN/A
ETHYLENE DIBROMIDEMonitoringN/AN/ASep 30, 2023ResolvedN/A
ETHYLENE DIBROMIDEMonitoringN/AN/ASep 30, 2023ResolvedN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2024(2)

Revised Total Coliform Rule

1A

Nov 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

1A

Nov 30Resolved

2023(128)

Carbofuran

03

Sep 30Resolved

Carbofuran

03

Sep 30Resolved

2,4-D

03

Sep 30Resolved

2,4-D

03

Sep 30Resolved

Endrin

03

Sep 30Resolved

Endrin

03

Sep 30Resolved

ETHYLENE DIBROMIDE

03

Sep 30Resolved

ETHYLENE DIBROMIDE

03

Sep 30Resolved

Heptachlor epoxide

03

Sep 30Resolved

Heptachlor epoxide

03

Sep 30Resolved

Pentachlorophenol

03

Sep 30Resolved

Pentachlorophenol

03

Sep 30Resolved

Toxaphene

03

Sep 30Resolved

Toxaphene

03

Sep 30Resolved

2,4,5-TP

03

Sep 30Resolved

2,4,5-TP

03

Sep 30Resolved

Methoxychlor

03

Sep 30Resolved

Methoxychlor

03

Sep 30Resolved

Total Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCB)

03

Sep 30Resolved

Total Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCB)

03

Sep 30Resolved

1,2-DIBROMO-3-CHLOROPROPANE

03

Sep 30Resolved

1,2-DIBROMO-3-CHLOROPROPANE

03

Sep 30Resolved

Benzo(a)pyrene

03

Sep 30Resolved

Benzo(a)pyrene

03

Sep 30Resolved

Di(2-ethylhexyl) adipate

03

Sep 30Resolved

Di(2-ethylhexyl) adipate

03

Sep 30Resolved

Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate

03

Sep 30Resolved

Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate

03

Sep 30Resolved

Dinoseb

03

Sep 30Resolved

Dinoseb

03

Sep 30Resolved

Diquat

03

Sep 30Resolved

Diquat

03

Sep 30Resolved

Endothall

03

Sep 30Resolved

Endothall

03

Sep 30Resolved

Glyphosate

03

Sep 30Resolved

Glyphosate

03

Sep 30Resolved

Hexachlorocyclopentadiene

03

Sep 30Resolved

Hexachlorocyclopentadiene

03

Sep 30Resolved

OXAMYL

03

Sep 30Resolved

OXAMYL

03

Sep 30Resolved

Simazine

03

Sep 30Resolved

Simazine

03

Sep 30Resolved

LASSO

03

Sep 30Resolved

Atrazine

03

Sep 30Resolved

Atrazine

03

Sep 30Resolved

Chlordane

03

Sep 30Resolved

Chlordane

03

Sep 30Resolved

HEXACHLOROBENZENE

03

Sep 30Resolved

HEXACHLOROBENZENE

03

Sep 30Resolved

Picloram

03

Sep 30Resolved

2,3,7,8-TCDD

03

Sep 30Resolved

2,3,7,8-TCDD

03

Sep 30Resolved

Picloram

03

Sep 30Resolved

BHC-GAMMA

03

Sep 30Resolved

BHC-GAMMA

03

Sep 30Resolved

Dalapon

03

Sep 30Resolved

Dalapon

03

Sep 30Resolved

Heptachlor

03

Sep 30Resolved

Heptachlor

03

Sep 30Resolved

LASSO

03

Sep 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

52

Jun 30Resolved

Fluoride

03

Mar 31Resolved

Fluoride

03

Mar 31Resolved

Arsenic

03

Mar 31Resolved

Arsenic

03

Mar 31Resolved

Mercury

03

Mar 31Resolved

Mercury

03

Mar 31Resolved

Barium

03

Mar 31Resolved

Barium

03

Mar 31Resolved

CYANIDE

03

Mar 31Resolved

CYANIDE

03

Mar 31Resolved

1,1,2-Trichloroethane

03

Mar 31Resolved

1,2-Dichloroethane

03

Mar 31Resolved

DICHLOROMETHANE

03

Mar 31Resolved

DICHLOROMETHANE

03

Mar 31Resolved

1,1,2-Trichloroethane

03

Mar 31Resolved

p-Dichlorobenzene

03

Mar 31Resolved

p-Dichlorobenzene

03

Mar 31Resolved

Styrene

03

Mar 31Resolved

trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene

03

Mar 31Resolved

trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene

03

Mar 31Resolved

o-Dichlorobenzene

03

Mar 31Resolved

o-Dichlorobenzene

03

Mar 31Resolved

1,1,1-Trichloroethane

03

Mar 31Resolved

1,1,1-Trichloroethane

03

Mar 31Resolved

1,1-Dichloroethylene

03

Mar 31Resolved

1,1-Dichloroethylene

03

Mar 31Resolved

1,2-Dichloroethane

03

Mar 31Resolved

Styrene

03

Mar 31Resolved

Beryllium, Total

03

Mar 31Resolved

Beryllium, Total

03

Mar 31Resolved

Thallium, Total

03

Mar 31Resolved

Thallium, Total

03

Mar 31Resolved

Tetrachloroethylene

03

Mar 31Resolved

Antimony, Total

03

Mar 31Resolved

Tetrachloroethylene

03

Mar 31Resolved

Cadmium

03

Mar 31Resolved

Selenium

03

Mar 31Resolved

Selenium

03

Mar 31Resolved

Xylenes, Total

03

Mar 31Resolved

Xylenes, Total

03

Mar 31Resolved

1,2-Dichloropropane

03

Mar 31Resolved

Cadmium

03

Mar 31Resolved

Chromium

03

Mar 31Resolved

Chromium

03

Mar 31Resolved

cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene

03

Mar 31Resolved

CHLOROBENZENE

03

Mar 31Resolved

Toluene

03

Mar 31Resolved

Toluene

03

Mar 31Resolved

1,2-Dichloropropane

03

Mar 31Resolved

Ethylbenzene

03

Mar 31Resolved

Ethylbenzene

03

Mar 31Resolved

CHLOROBENZENE

03

Mar 31Resolved

Trichloroethylene

03

Mar 31Resolved

1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene

03

Mar 31Resolved

Vinyl chloride

03

Mar 31Resolved

Vinyl chloride

03

Mar 31Resolved

Trichloroethylene

03

Mar 31Resolved

cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene

03

Mar 31Resolved

Nickel

03

Mar 31Resolved

Nickel

03

Mar 31Resolved

Carbon tetrachloride

03

Mar 31Resolved

Carbon tetrachloride

03

Mar 31Resolved

Benzene

03

Mar 31Resolved

Benzene

03

Mar 31Resolved

Antimony, Total

03

Mar 31Resolved

1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene

03

Mar 31Resolved

How Does This Compare?

NORFOLK (02056) has 296 recorded violations, including 6 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

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.

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