Water Quality in TAUNTON, MA (02780)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 02780.

158

Total Violations

60

Health-Based

98

Monitoring / Reporting

150

Resolved

What does this mean?

150 of 158 violations have been resolved. 60 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 98 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: 14 Population served: 65,006

Violations Detail (158 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AApr 20, 2025ResolvedN/A
ChlorineMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ResolvedEye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort
ChlorineMonitoringN/AN/AFeb 28, 2025ResolvedEye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort
ChlorineMonitoringN/AN/AJan 31, 2025ResolvedEye and nose irritation; stomach discomfort
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/ADec 27, 2024ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/ADec 27, 2024ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/ADec 1, 2024ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/ADec 1, 2024ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/ADec 1, 2024ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/ADec 1, 2024ResolvedN/A

Violation Timeline

2025(4)

Public Notice

75

Apr 20Resolved

Chlorine

27

Mar 31Resolved

Chlorine

27

Feb 28Resolved

Chlorine

27

Jan 31Resolved

2024(13)

Public Notice

75

Dec 27Resolved

Public Notice

75

Dec 27Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2B

Dec 1Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2B

Dec 1Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2B

Dec 1Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2B

Dec 1Resolved

E. COLI

34

Aug 6Resolved

E. COLI

34

Aug 6Resolved

E. COLI

34

Aug 6Resolved

E. COLI

34

Aug 6Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2B

Feb 12Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2B

Feb 12Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2B

Feb 12Resolved

How Does This Compare?

TAUNTON (02780) has 158 recorded violations, including 60 health-based. 8 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

One of the few filtration methods effective at removing nitrates and nitrites. Essential for households with infants.

Targets:Nitrate, Nitrite, Dissolved Solids

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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