Water System Report MA

Williamsburg Water Department

EPA ID: MA1340000 · 1,575 people served · 5 ZIP codes

Federal monitoring records confirm Williamsburg Water Department has operated without any EPA violations for the full five-year window — covering every contaminant category and reporting cycle across a service area of approximately 1,575 residents, with no gaps in the compliance record.

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

B · 70
Avg Safety Score
1,575
People Served
5
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.00443 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged
$350K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$91,667
Median Household Income
5,217
Service Area Population
6%
Disadvantaged Population
20th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
74%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Williamsburg Water Department serves a community with a median household income of $91,667 and an estimated 5,217 residents across its service area. Approximately 74% 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

Williamsburg 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
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
40th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Hampshire 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

62 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

Comparable Water Systems

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C 0 violations
C 5 violations
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B 0 violations
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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance
Radon Mitigation $400
Flood Insurance $240
Total Estimated Cost $640

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

WILLIAMSBURG WATER DEPT (EPA ID: MA1340000) is a community water system in Massachusetts that serves approximately 1,575 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 5 ZIP codes across 5 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: B (70/100)

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
01032 0.00443 mg/L No N/A
01039 0.001 mg/L No N/A
01096 0.001 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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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

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 Williamsburg Water Department (MA1340000) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Williamsburg Water Department water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Williamsburg Water Department serve?

Williamsburg Water Department serves approximately 1,575 people across 5 ZIP codes in Massachusetts.

Where does Williamsburg 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
0.001 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 2023-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 1,575
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 Williamsburg Water Department safe to drink?
Williamsburg 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?
Williamsburg 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 Williamsburg Water Department serve?
Williamsburg Water Department serves approximately 1,575 people with drinking water across 5 ZIP codes.
What is Williamsburg Water Department's water source?
Williamsburg Water Department draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Williamsburg Water Department's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00443 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Williamsburg Water Department's service area?
The Williamsburg Water Department service area has a median household income of $91,667. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Williamsburg Water Department get its water?
Williamsburg 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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