Water System Report MA

Pine Valley Plantation

EPA ID: MA1024002 · 600 people served · 1 ZIP code

Even as other utilities in the region logged violations, Pine Valley Plantation kept a clean EPA record — five years, no issues, 600 people served.

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02

600
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$350K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Pine Valley Plantation Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$99,056
Median Household Income
15,406
Service Area Population
6%
Disadvantaged Population
20th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
53%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Pine Valley Plantation serves a community with a median household income of $99,056 and an estimated 15,406 residents across its service area. Approximately 53% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Pine Valley Plantation's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.

Low Risk
Source Contamination Risk
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
40th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Hampshire County, Massachusetts rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Infrastructure Risk

41 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
29 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 59% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,200
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $1,600

Based on national averages for common remediation projects. Actual costs vary by property. Only issues flagged by EPA, FEMA, or state data for each ZIP code are included.

System Overview

Pine Valley Plantation (EPA ID: MA1024002) is a community water system in Massachusetts that serves approximately 600 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 01007 in Belchertown.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: Service area ZIP codes sourced from EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 (March 2026 release). These ZIPs reflect the actual deployment footprint recorded by MA or modeled from parcel and building-footprint data.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Pine Valley Plantation (MA1024002) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pine Valley Plantation water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Pine Valley Plantation has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Pine Valley Plantation serve?

Pine Valley Plantation serves approximately 600 people across 1 ZIP code in Massachusetts.

Where does Pine Valley Plantation get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Lead Service Line Inventory

Utility-reported lead service line presence and tap-sample lead level under federal LCRI requirements:

None reported
Lead Service Lines Reported
0.004 mg/L
Tap Sample Lead Level

Below federal action level (0.015 mg/L)

MassDEP reports utility-level presence flag and tap-sampling without per-line breakdown. Customers should inquire with the utility about service line material at a specific address.

Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.

Federal Regulatory Status · 2026Q1
LCRR inventory submission: Did not report any required service line types
Latest tap sample on 2025-07-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 600
Reported to Massachusetts

Source: MassDEP LCRR Service Line Inventory · Submitted 2024

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with the utility or state agency. Inventory figures render verbatim from the public LCRI submission cited above; ZipCheckup does not perform inspections or replacements.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Pine Valley Plantation meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Pine Valley Plantation serve?
Pine Valley Plantation serves approximately 600 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Pine Valley Plantation's water source?
Pine Valley Plantation draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Pine Valley Plantation's service area?
The Pine Valley Plantation service area has a median household income of $99,056. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Pine Valley Plantation get its water?
Pine Valley Plantation's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.
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