Historical Compliance Records MA

Grafton Water District

EPA ID: MA2110000 · 10,925 people served · 4 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Grafton Water District (MA2110000): 27 EPA violations in the last five years. EPA records: Grafton Water District, 27 past violations, all resolved, 10,925 served.

Data: EPA SDWIS

D · 40
Avg Safety Score
10,925
People Served
4
ZIP Codes Served
27
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0083 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
26
Contaminants Flagged
$503K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Grafton Water District Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary - Grade D

Service Area Demographics

$121,010
Median Household Income
58,211
Service Area Population
22%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
60%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Grafton Water District serves a community with a median household income of $121,010 and an estimated 58,211 residents across its service area. Approximately 60% 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

Grafton Water District'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.

Elevated 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. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

50 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
21 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 70% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Grafton Water District compares to EPA limits

PFOA 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.000004 mg/L
PFNA 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.00001 mg/L
Chlorodibromomethane 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.002 mg/L
Liver cancer, brain cancer (known carcinogen)
Bromate 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.01 mg/L
Lead 1 mg/L (action level) (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.015 mg/L (action level)
Brain damage in children, kidney & blood pressure in adults

What This Means For You

PFOA at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.000004 mg/L.

PFNA at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.00001 mg/L.

Chlorodibromomethane at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.002 mg/L. Liver cancer, brain cancer (known carcinogen). Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Bromate at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.01 mg/L.

Lead at 1 mg/L (action level) exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.015 mg/L (action level). Brain damage in children, kidney & blood pressure in adults. Consider reverse osmosis filtration.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 20 detections recorded. 8 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS).

State limits: PFAS6: 0.02 ppt
Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
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Chlorodibromomethane was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,350
Radon Mitigation $800
PFAS Treatment $600
Total Estimated Cost $2,750

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.

Cost of Inaction

If water quality issues in this service area are not addressed, the estimated financial impact per household is:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $1,500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$7,665
10 years
$15,330
20 years
$30,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,750 (one-time) vs. $15,330 in estimated inaction costs over 10 years.

Estimates based on published EPA, CDC, and peer-reviewed research. Individual costs vary by household size, property, and health factors. These are conservative lower-bound estimates intended for awareness, not financial advice.

System Overview

Grafton Water District (EPA ID: MA2110000) is a community water system in Massachusetts that serves approximately 10,925 people from groundwater sources.

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

ZIP-Area Home Safety Context: D (40/100)

This is the average Home Safety Score for 2 of 4 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 current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 27 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 27 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 0 unaddressed. Under this source contract, current noncompliance is the sum of addressed and unaddressed records. Archived and resolved records are excluded from current noncompliance.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
July 22, 2023 Contaminant 0700 Non-health-based Resolved
April 3, 2023 Contaminant 0700 Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2023 Lead Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2023 Bromate Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2023 Bromochloroacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2023 Chlorodibromomethane Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2023 Monobromoacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2023 Chlorodibromoacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2023 Dibromoacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2023 Bromoform Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2023 HAA9 Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2023 Bromodichloromethane Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2023 Trichloroacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2023 PFNA Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2023 Bromodichloroacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2023 Chloramine Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2023 Total Organic Carbon Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2023 HAA6Br Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2023 Chlorate Non-health-based Resolved
April 1, 2023 Dibromochloromethane Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Contaminant 0700 Other Violation 2 No
Lead Inorganic 1 No
PFOA PFAS 1 No
PFNA PFAS 1 No
Contaminant 2931 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 2946 Other Violation 1 No
Monochloroacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Dichloroacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Bromodichloromethane Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Dibromochloromethane Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Bromoform Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Chlorodibromomethane Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Trichloroacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Monobromoacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Dibromoacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0083 mg/L No N/A

The accepted LCR snapshot contains 1 reported copper action-level exceedance record for this PWSID. The source does not provide a verified copper level for publication.

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.

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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 Grafton Water District (MA2110000) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Grafton Water District water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Grafton Water District; its 27 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Grafton Water District serve?

Grafton Water District serves approximately 10,925 people across 4 ZIP codes in Massachusetts.

Where does Grafton Water District get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Detected

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). PFAS compounds were detected below the current state-enforceable MCL.

Samples collected
232
Detections
17
Latest sample
8/20/2025
Highest analyte
PFOA: 6.9 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
PFOA 6.9 ppt 10 ppt Above 2029 federal MCL
PFOS 6.9 ppt 10 ppt Above 2029 federal MCL
PFHxA 3.6 ppt
PFPeA 3.5 ppt
PFBS 3.1 ppt

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) — per-system federal sampling, 2023–2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program →

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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 Grafton Water District safe to drink?
Grafton Water District has a D safety grade based on 27 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits - independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Grafton Water District's water?
Detected contaminants include PFOA, PFNA, Chlorodibromomethane, Bromate. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 5 contaminants above EPA limits, a certified water filter can provide an extra layer of protection. The best type depends on specific contaminants in your water.
How many people does Grafton Water District serve?
Grafton Water District serves approximately 10,925 people with drinking water across 4 ZIP codes.
What is Grafton Water District's water source?
Grafton Water District draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Grafton Water District's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0083 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Grafton Water District's service area?
The Grafton Water District service area has a median household income of $121,010. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Grafton Water District get its water?
Grafton Water District'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. Based on the exported violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is classified as elevated.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Grafton Water District (MA): 27 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ma2110000/
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