Water System Report MA

The Preserve at Hopkinton Condo

EPA ID: MA2139008 · 80 people served · 2 ZIP codes

From the earliest to the most recent cycle in the five-year EPA window, The Preserve at Hopkinton Condo has logged zero violations — no MCL exceedances, no health advisories, and no enforcement activity across the entire period for the 80 people in its service area, a record that stands up well against both state and national benchmarks.

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

80
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$652K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for The Preserve at Hopkinton Condo Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$164,575
Median Household Income
23,946
Service Area Population
17%
Disadvantaged Population
25th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
55%
Pre-1986 Housing

The The Preserve at Hopkinton Condo serves a community with a median household income of $164,575 and an estimated 23,946 residents across its service area. Approximately 55% 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

The Preserve at Hopkinton Condo'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
45th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
70th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Worcester County, Massachusetts rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

40 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
30 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 57% 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. 5 detections recorded. 1 exceeds 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.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter →

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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 $300
Total Estimated Cost $2,700

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 $2,700 (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

The Preserve at Hopkinton Condo (EPA ID: MA2139008) is a community water system in Massachusetts that serves approximately 80 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

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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

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for The Preserve at Hopkinton Condo (MA2139008) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is The Preserve at Hopkinton Condo water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, The Preserve at Hopkinton Condo has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does The Preserve at Hopkinton Condo serve?

The Preserve at Hopkinton Condo serves approximately 80 people across 2 ZIP codes in Massachusetts.

Where does The Preserve at Hopkinton Condo 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
0.0035 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 2025-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 80
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

Should I use a water filter?
The Preserve at Hopkinton Condo meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does The Preserve at Hopkinton Condo serve?
The Preserve at Hopkinton Condo serves approximately 80 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is The Preserve at Hopkinton Condo's water source?
The Preserve at Hopkinton Condo draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of The Preserve at Hopkinton Condo's service area?
The The Preserve at Hopkinton Condo service area has a median household income of $164,575. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does The Preserve at Hopkinton Condo get its water?
The Preserve at Hopkinton Condo'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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