Water System Report MA

Clinton Water Department

EPA ID: MA2064000 ยท 15,428 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Clinton Water Department (MA2064000): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Clinton Water Department carries zero EPA violations in five years - a spotless record for a utility serving 15,428 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

C ยท 67
Avg Safety Score
15,428
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
Zone 1
Radon Risk ยท High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$348K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary - Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$93,849
Median Household Income
15,430
Service Area Population
22%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
80%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Clinton Water Department serves a community with a median household income of $93,849 and an estimated 15,430 residents across its service area. Approximately 80% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Clinton 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
60th
Superfund Site Proximity

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites.

Infrastructure Risk

72 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
0 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 100% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Massachusetts

C 0 violations
C 0 violations
B 2 violations
F 32 violations
B 1 violation

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,200
Total Estimated Cost $2,400

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

Clinton Water Department (EPA ID: MA2064000) is a community water system in Massachusetts that serves approximately 15,428 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 01510 in Clinton.

ZIP-Area Home Safety Context: C (67/100)

This is the average Home Safety Score for 1 of 1 service-area ZIP codes with all required score domains observed. It is not a grade for the water utility.

Model 4.0.0 uses SDWIS identity plus accepted ECHO SDWA lifecycle-based water compliance, the UCMR 5 PFAS MCL screen, EPA radon zone, and annual EPA AirData AQI across three equally weighted domains. Missing required evidence suppresses the score.

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0 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 $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking โ€” 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 Clinton Water Department (MA2064000) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clinton Water Department water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Clinton 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 Clinton Water Department serve?

Clinton Water Department serves approximately 15,428 people across 1 ZIP code in Massachusetts.

Where does Clinton Water Department get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Tested Clean

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). No PFAS compounds were detected.

Samples collected
116

Current MCL reflects the lowest state-enforceable limit (NYS 10 ppt for PFOA/PFOS, effective August 2020). The federal final MCL of 4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS (EPA April 2024 rule) is not enforceable until April 2029. Detections above 4 ppt but below 10 ppt are below current MCL but above the future federal limit.

Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) โ€” per-system federal sampling, 2023โ€“2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program โ†’

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How Water Systems Appear in Rankings

Water systems are evaluated by violation history, contaminant detections, and service population. Larger systems with more service connections appear in more rankings.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Clinton Water Department safe to drink?
Clinton Water Department has a C safety grade based on 0 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits - independent testing is recommended.
Should I use a water filter?
Clinton 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 Clinton Water Department serve?
Clinton Water Department serves approximately 15,428 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Clinton Water Department's water source?
Clinton Water Department draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Clinton Water Department's service area?
The Clinton Water Department service area has a median household income of $93,849. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Clinton Water Department get its water?
Clinton 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.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Clinton Water Department, MA: Serves 15K People. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ma2064000/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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2

Check your specific ZIP code

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3

Contact your utility

Clinton Water Department (EPA ID: MA2064000) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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