Water System Report MA

Southfield Water Company

EPA ID: MA1203002 · 80 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Unlike many utilities its size, Southfield Water Company carries a violation-free five-year record — no EPA notices, no MCL exceedances, serving 80 people.

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

B · 83
Avg Safety Score
80
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0014 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged
$385K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Southfield Water Company Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$105,189
Median Household Income
1,389
Service Area Population
23%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
62%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Southfield Water Company serves a community with a median household income of $105,189 and an estimated 1,389 residents across its service area. Approximately 62% 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

Southfield Water Company'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
70th
Superfund Site Proximity

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

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

54 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
16 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 77% 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

SOUTHFIELD WATER COMPANY (EPA ID: MA1203002) is a community water system in Massachusetts that serves approximately 80 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: B (83/100)

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
01259 0.0014 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 Southfield Water Company (MA1203002) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Southfield Water Company water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Southfield Water Company serve?

Southfield Water Company serves approximately 80 people across 2 ZIP codes in Massachusetts.

Where does Southfield Water Company 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
0.0014 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 2019-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 80
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 Southfield Water Company safe to drink?
Southfield Water Company earns a B safety grade with 0 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
Should I use a water filter?
Southfield Water Company meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Southfield Water Company serve?
Southfield Water Company serves approximately 80 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Southfield Water Company's water source?
Southfield Water Company draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Southfield Water Company's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0014 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Southfield Water Company's service area?
The Southfield Water Company service area has a median household income of $105,189. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Southfield Water Company get its water?
Southfield Water Company'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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