Water System Report MA

Stockbridge Water Department

EPA ID: MA1283003 · 2,800 people served · 4 ZIP codes

Stockbridge Water Department carries zero EPA violations in five years — a spotless record for a utility serving 2,800 residents.

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

B · 71
Avg Safety Score
2,800
People Served
4
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.005 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged
$531K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

Stable · Risk tier: High · 63% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 2 (2021) to 2 (2022). Violation counts have remained relatively steady.

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$116,926
Median Household Income
3,458
Service Area Population
23%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
86%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Stockbridge Water Department serves a community with a median household income of $116,926 and an estimated 3,458 residents across its service area. Approximately 86% 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

Stockbridge Water Department'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
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.

Infrastructure Risk

78 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
5 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 94% 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

STOCKBRIDGE WATER DEPT (EPA ID: MA1283003) is a community water system in Massachusetts that serves approximately 2,800 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 4 ZIP codes across 3 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: B (71/100)

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
01262 0.005 mg/L No N/A
01263 0.005 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

Coverage: 2 ZIP codes confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 2 additional ZIPs inferred from SDWIS registry data. The EPA-confirmed set is the most reliable; SDWIS-inferred entries may be narrower than the real deployment area.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Stockbridge Water Department (MA1283003) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Stockbridge Water Department water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Stockbridge Water Department serve?

Stockbridge Water Department serves approximately 2,800 people across 4 ZIP codes in Massachusetts.

Where does Stockbridge Water Department 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
0.005 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 2017-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 2,800
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 Stockbridge Water Department safe to drink?
Stockbridge Water Department 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?
Stockbridge 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 Stockbridge Water Department serve?
Stockbridge Water Department serves approximately 2,800 people with drinking water across 4 ZIP codes.
What is Stockbridge Water Department's water source?
Stockbridge Water Department draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Stockbridge Water Department's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.005 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Stockbridge Water Department's service area?
The Stockbridge Water Department service area has a median household income of $116,926. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Stockbridge Water Department get its water?
Stockbridge Water Department'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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