Roxbury Crossing, MA Water Safety: 73/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 2 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Public water monitoring in Roxbury Crossing shows a safety record well above the MA median — health-based violations are isolated exceptions rather than recurring patterns, the city's systems have stayed compliant across recent reporting cycles, and no cluster of recurring exceedances appears in any single service area.
How Roxbury Crossing Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Roxbury Crossing Water: The Quick Version
- Homes built before 1986: 64% — older plumbing may contain lead solder.
- Estimated remediation: $1,200 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 10.05.
Water Systems Serving Roxbury Crossing
2 independent water providers serve Roxbury Crossing, MA — 2 systems appear in federal records.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Roxbury Crossing, Massachusetts (population ~15,248), covering 2 community water systems serving approximately 3,335,647 people region-wide.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Roxbury Crossing — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Roxbury Crossing: B (73/100)
The score combines three factors:
| Factor | What It Measures |
|---|---|
| Water Quality | EPA violations and compliance history |
| Lead Levels | 90th percentile lead concentration vs EPA action level |
| Radon Risk | EPA radon zone classification |
Water Sources
Roxbury Crossing water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Roxbury Crossing
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 3 (Low Risk)
Areas with No Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | System | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02120 | B | Boston Water and Sewer Commission (mwra) | 675,647 |
All ZIP Codes in Roxbury Crossing
- 02120 [B]
Data Sources
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- Lead/copper: EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data
- Radon: EPA Map of Radon Zones
Updated daily.
CDC Health Data for Roxbury Crossing
Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). Water contamination can correlate with respiratory and chronic health conditions.
Compared to National Average
Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national
How Old Is Roxbury Crossing's Housing Stock?
With 64% of homes built before 1986, lead solder in plumbing is a potential concern. The EPA banned lead solder in 1986, but many older homes retain original plumbing.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).
Housing Age Profile
Heavily weighted toward older construction, Roxbury Crossing's housing stock carries a median build year of 1977. That profile puts a majority of homes in the era when lead-soldered copper plumbing was standard practice.
Over half of homes in Roxbury Crossing were built before 1986, when lead solder was banned. Older plumbing may leach lead into drinking water, especially with corrosive water chemistry.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034.
Roxbury Crossing: Remediation Cost in Perspective
The household financial picture for Roxbury Crossing homeowners is proportionally favorable — addressing documented issues claims a small slice of equity, and the cost-to-value ratio puts this area well within the manageable tier.
Remediation costs in Roxbury Crossing are relatively low compared to home values. The $800–$1,800 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 67% above the Massachusetts average.
Protecting Children from Lead in Roxbury Crossing
Why children are most at risk: The CDC states there is no safe level of lead exposure for children. Children under 6 absorb lead more readily than adults, and even low levels can cause developmental delays, learning difficulties, and behavioral problems.
After the federal action removing lead-bearing solder from new plumbing took effect, building practice shifted — but 64% of the Roxbury Crossing inventory predates that line. With aggregate samples near or beyond 0.015 mg/L, an in-home check moves out of the optional column into the standard list.
Sources: EPA Lead and Copper Rule, U.S. Census Bureau ACS, CDC childhood lead poisoning prevention guidelines.
Climate-Related Water Risk for Roxbury Crossing
Measured across the NFIP's multi-decade tracking period, Roxbury Crossing shows a moderate flood record — 5 claims and 100% of ZIP codes carrying FEMA flood zone status. For water quality, that combination matters because flood events at this frequency can periodically stress infrastructure: treatment plants, private wells, and distribution systems all face elevated risk during significant flooding.
Roxbury Crossing has a moderate flood history with 5 FEMA claims averaging $8,554 per payout. 100% of ZIP codes fall within FEMA flood zones. Flood events can contaminate drinking water and overwhelm treatment systems.
How flooding affects water quality: Flood events can introduce sewage, agricultural runoff, and industrial chemicals into water supplies. Even after floodwaters recede, contamination can persist in wells and aging infrastructure. Flood damage can add significantly to the estimated <strong>$1,200</strong> remediation cost per household.
Residents in flood-prone areas should consider flood insurance even outside FEMA zones — over 25% of flood claims come from low-to-moderate risk areas. After any flood event, test your water before drinking.
Source: FEMA National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) claims data, FEMA flood zone designations.
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