Brookfield Water Department
EPA ID: MA2045000 · 1,008 people served · 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Brookfield Water Department (MA2045000): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Federal monitoring records confirm Brookfield 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 1,008 residents, with no gaps in the compliance record.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Brookfield Water Department Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Brookfield Water Department serves a community with a median household income of $71,875 and an estimated 3,442 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?
Brookfield 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.
Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.
Infrastructure Risk
Comparable Water Systems
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Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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
Brookfield Water Department (EPA ID: MA2045000) is a community water system in Massachusetts that serves approximately 1,008 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 01506 in Brookfield.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.0022 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 1 (High Risk)
The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.
Need help with your water quality?
Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree 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.
- 01506 - Brookfield
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Brookfield Water Department (MA2045000) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Brookfield Water Department water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Brookfield Water Department in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.
How many people does Brookfield Water Department serve?
Brookfield Water Department serves approximately 1,008 people across 1 ZIP code in Massachusetts.
Where does Brookfield Water Department get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Brookfield Water Department Water Quality Report, MA. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ma2045000/
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