Water System Report MA

Erving Water Department

EPA ID: MA1091000 · 561 people served · 3 ZIP codes

Zero violations in five consecutive years of EPA monitoring — Erving Water Department has held a clean track record across every reporting cycle in that span, with no enforcement activity of any kind on file for the full service population of 561 residents.

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

C · 63
Avg Safety Score
561
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0015 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged
$242K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Erving Water Department Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$70,893
Median Household Income
2,413
Service Area Population
17%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
76%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Erving Water Department serves a community with a median household income of $70,893 and an estimated 2,413 residents across its service area. Approximately 76% 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

Erving Water Department'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
50th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
30th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Franklin 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

64 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
5 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 93% 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 $600
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $1,000

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

Erving Water Department (EPA ID: MA1091000) is a community water system in Massachusetts that serves approximately 561 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: C (63/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

Violation History

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

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
01344 0.0015 mg/L No N/A

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.

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ZIP Codes Served

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Erving Water Department (MA1091000) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Erving Water Department water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Erving Water Department has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Erving Water Department serve?

Erving Water Department serves approximately 561 people across 3 ZIP codes in Massachusetts.

Where does Erving Water Department 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
0.0015 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 2024-06-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 561
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

Is water from Erving Water Department safe to drink?
Erving Water Department has a C safety grade based on 0 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
Should I use a water filter?
Erving Water Department meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Erving Water Department serve?
Erving Water Department serves approximately 561 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Erving Water Department's water source?
Erving Water Department draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Erving Water Department's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0015 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Erving Water Department's service area?
The Erving Water Department service area has a median household income of $70,893. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Erving Water Department get its water?
Erving Water Department'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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1

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3

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