Bernardston Fire Water District
EPA ID: MA1029000 · 1,471 people served · 3 ZIP codes
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Bernardston Fire Water District (MA1029000): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Five clean years on EPA record - Bernardston Fire Water District, 1,471 residents served.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Bernardston Fire Water District Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Bernardston Fire Water District serves a community with a median household income of $79,274 and an estimated 22,222 residents across its service area. Approximately 78% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Bernardston Fire Water District'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.
Infrastructure Risk
Comparable Water Systems
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Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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
Bernardston Fire Water District (EPA ID: MA1029000) is a community water system in Massachusetts that serves approximately 1,471 people from groundwater sources.
This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 communities.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.0013 mg/L | No | N/A |
No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.
Radon Risk in Service Area
Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)
The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.
Need help with your water quality?
Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree 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 Bernardston Fire Water District (MA1029000) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bernardston Fire Water District water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Bernardston Fire Water District in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.
How many people does Bernardston Fire Water District serve?
Bernardston Fire Water District serves approximately 1,471 people across 3 ZIP codes in Massachusetts.
Where does Bernardston Fire Water District get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Bernardston Fire Water District Water Quality Report, MA. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ma1029000/
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