Water System Report MA

West Groton Water Supply District

EPA ID: MA2115001 ยท 1,853 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for West Groton Water Supply District (MA2115001): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. For the full five-year period covered by EPA monitoring, West Groton Water Supply District has supplied tap water to 1,853 residents with no violations of any type on record.

Data: EPA SDWIS

1,853
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$674K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for West Groton Water Supply District Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$189,355
Median Household Income
11,228
Service Area Population
12%
Disadvantaged Population
20th
Poverty Percentile
40th
Energy Burden Percentile
49%
Pre-1986 Housing

The West Groton Water Supply District serves a community with a median household income of $189,355 and an estimated 11,228 residents across its service area. Approximately 49% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

West Groton Water Supply 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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
50th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
80th
Superfund Site Proximity

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 80th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

43 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
27 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 61% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 1 detection recorded.

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.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter โ†’

Comparable Water Systems

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,200
PFAS Treatment $500
Total Estimated Cost $2,900

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:

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,900 (one-time) vs. $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

West Groton Water Supply District (EPA ID: MA2115001) is a community water system in Massachusetts that serves approximately 1,853 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 01450 in Groton.

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.

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 West Groton Water Supply District (MA2115001) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is West Groton Water Supply District water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for West Groton Water Supply District 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 West Groton Water Supply District serve?

West Groton Water Supply District serves approximately 1,853 people across 1 ZIP code in Massachusetts.

Where does West Groton Water Supply District get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
West Groton Water Supply District meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does West Groton Water Supply District serve?
West Groton Water Supply District serves approximately 1,853 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is West Groton Water Supply District's water source?
West Groton Water Supply District draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of West Groton Water Supply District's service area?
The West Groton Water Supply District service area has a median household income of $189,355. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does West Groton Water Supply District get its water?
West Groton Water Supply 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 available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

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