Water Quality in CARVER, MA (02330)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 02330.
44
Total Violations
7
Health-Based
37
Monitoring / Reporting
39
Resolved
What does this mean?
39 of 44 violations have been resolved. 7 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 37 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 (44 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Oct 16, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Oct 16, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| Nitrate | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2023 | Resolved | Infants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Apr 10, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Apr 10, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| Nitrate | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 31, 2023 | Resolved | Infants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath |
| Nitrite | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 31, 2023 | Resolved | Infants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Feb 28, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2024(2)
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
2E
LEAD AND COPPER RULE REVISIONS
4G
2023(8)
Nitrate
03
Revised Total Coliform Rule
1A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
1A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
4B
Nitrate
03
Nitrite
03
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
How Does This Compare?
CARVER (02330) has 44 recorded violations, including 7 health-based. 5 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.
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.