Water System Report MA

Riverside Water District

EPA ID: MA1106000 · 341 people served · 1 ZIP code

Water monitoring for Riverside Water District: clean, five years, 341 residents.

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

341
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$324K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Riverside Water District Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$90,000
Median Household Income
1,831
Service Area Population
17%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
71%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Riverside Water District serves a community with a median household income of $90,000 and an estimated 1,831 residents across its service area. Approximately 71% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Riverside Water District's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap.

Moderate 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
1 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 98% 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 $1,800
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $2,200

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

Riverside Water District (EPA ID: MA1106000) is a community water system in Massachusetts that serves approximately 341 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 01354 in Gill.

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

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Riverside Water District (MA1106000) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Riverside Water District water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Riverside Water District serve?

Riverside Water District serves approximately 341 people across 1 ZIP code in Massachusetts.

Where does Riverside Water District get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

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
0.0011 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 2022-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 341
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?
Riverside Water District meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Riverside Water District serve?
Riverside Water District serves approximately 341 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Riverside Water District's water source?
Riverside Water District draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Riverside Water District's service area?
The Riverside Water District service area has a median household income of $90,000. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Riverside Water District get its water?
Riverside Water District's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.
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