Current Noncompliance MA

Huntington Water Department

EPA ID: MA1143000 ยท 2,180 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Huntington Water Department (MA1143000): 1 unresolved EPA violation on record. Federal data shows 1 unresolved violation at Huntington Water Department - roughly 2,180 residents in the service area.

Data: EPA SDWIS

2,180
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
22
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0019 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk ยท Moderate
22
Contaminants Flagged
$282K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$96,328
Median Household Income
2,573
Service Area Population
6%
Disadvantaged Population
20th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
75%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Huntington Water Department serves a community with a median household income of $96,328 and an estimated 2,573 residents across its service area. Approximately 75% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Huntington 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.

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

Infrastructure Risk

59 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
6 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 91% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Huntington Water Department compares to EPA limits

PFOA 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.000004 mg/L
PFNA 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.00001 mg/L
Chlorodibromomethane 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.002 mg/L
Liver cancer, brain cancer (known carcinogen)
Bromate 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.01 mg/L
Monochloroacetic Acid 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.06 mg/L

What This Means For You

PFOA at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.000004 mg/L.

PFNA at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.00001 mg/L.

Chlorodibromomethane at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.002 mg/L. Liver cancer, brain cancer (known carcinogen). Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Bromate at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.01 mg/L.

Monochloroacetic Acid at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L.

Chlorodibromomethane was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.

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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.

Cost of Inaction

If water quality issues in this service area are not addressed, the estimated financial impact per household is:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $1,500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$7,500
10 years
$15,000
20 years
$30,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,600 (one-time) vs. $15,000 in estimated inaction costs over 10 years.

Estimates based on published EPA, CDC, and peer-reviewed research. Individual costs vary by household size, property, and health factors. These are conservative lower-bound estimates intended for awareness, not financial advice.

System Overview

Huntington Water Department (EPA ID: MA1143000) is a community water system in Massachusetts that serves approximately 2,180 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 01050 in Huntington.

Violation History

1 current noncompliance record in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot; none are classified as health-based in this evidence.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 0 resolved, 21 archived, 1 addressed, and 0 unaddressed. Under this source contract, current noncompliance is the sum of addressed and unaddressed records. Archived and resolved records are excluded from current noncompliance.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
July 1, 2025 Bromate Non-health-based Archived
July 1, 2025 Bromochloroacetic Acid Non-health-based Archived
July 1, 2025 Chlorodibromomethane Non-health-based Archived
July 1, 2025 Monobromoacetic Acid Non-health-based Archived
July 1, 2025 Chlorodibromoacetic Acid Non-health-based Archived
July 1, 2025 Dibromoacetic Acid Non-health-based Archived
July 1, 2025 Bromoform Non-health-based Archived
July 1, 2025 HAA9 Non-health-based Archived
July 1, 2025 Bromodichloromethane Non-health-based Archived
July 1, 2025 Trichloroacetic Acid Non-health-based Archived
July 1, 2025 PFNA Non-health-based Archived
July 1, 2025 Bromodichloroacetic Acid Non-health-based Archived
July 1, 2025 Chloramine Non-health-based Archived
July 1, 2025 Total Organic Carbon Non-health-based Archived
July 1, 2025 HAA6Br Non-health-based Archived
July 1, 2025 Chlorate Non-health-based Archived
July 1, 2025 Dibromochloromethane Non-health-based Archived
July 1, 2025 Monochloroacetic Acid Non-health-based Archived
July 1, 2025 Dichloroacetic Acid Non-health-based Archived
July 1, 2025 Tribromoacetic Acid Non-health-based Archived

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
PFOA PFAS 1 No
PFNA PFAS 1 No
Monochloroacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Dichloroacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Bromodichloromethane Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Dibromochloromethane Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Bromoform Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Chlorodibromomethane Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Trichloroacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Monobromoacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Dibromoacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Bromochloroacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Bromodichloroacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Chlorodibromoacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Tribromoacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0019 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.

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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 Huntington Water Department (MA1143000) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Huntington Water Department water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 1 current noncompliance record and zero current records classified as health-based. That classification is not a property-specific water test or safety guarantee.

How many people does Huntington Water Department serve?

Huntington Water Department serves approximately 2,180 people across 1 ZIP code in Massachusetts.

Where does Huntington Water Department get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Huntington Water Department's water?
Detected contaminants include PFOA, PFNA, Chlorodibromomethane, Bromate. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 5 contaminants above EPA limits, a certified water filter can provide an extra layer of protection. The best type depends on specific contaminants in your water.
How many people does Huntington Water Department serve?
Huntington Water Department serves approximately 2,180 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Huntington Water Department's water source?
Huntington Water Department draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Huntington Water Department's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0019 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Huntington Water Department's service area?
The Huntington Water Department service area has a median household income of $96,328. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Huntington Water Department get its water?
Huntington 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. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Huntington Water Department (MA): 22 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ma1143000/
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What You Can Do

1

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2

Check your specific ZIP code

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3

Contact your utility

Huntington Water Department (EPA ID: MA1143000) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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