Water Quality in JAMESTOWN, RI (02835)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 02835.
21
Total Violations
0
Health-Based
21
Monitoring / Reporting
21
Resolved
What does this mean?
21 of 21 violations have been resolved. None of these are health-based violations — no contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 21 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 (21 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CARBON, TOTAL | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | May 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| CARBON, TOTAL | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | May 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| CARBON, TOTAL | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | May 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Chlorite | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | Anemia; nervous system effects in infants and young children |
| Chlorite | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | Anemia; nervous system effects in infants and young children |
| Chlorite | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Sep 30, 2024 | Resolved | Anemia; nervous system effects in infants and young children |
| TTHM | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| TTHM | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| TTHM | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| TTHM | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2025(3)
CARBON, TOTAL
27
CARBON, TOTAL
27
CARBON, TOTAL
27
2024(13)
Chlorite
27
Chlorite
27
Chlorite
27
TTHM
27
TTHM
27
TTHM
27
TTHM
27
TTHM
27
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
27
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
27
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
27
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
27
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
27
How Does This Compare?
JAMESTOWN (02835) has 21 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.
Activated Carbon Filter
Excellent for removing chlorine, chloramine, and disinfection byproducts like THMs and HAAs. Available as pitcher filters, countertop, or under-sink units.
Targets:THMs, HAAs, Chlorine, Chloramine, Taste & Odor
Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 & 53 certified
Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove.