Water System Report MA

Madden Estates

EPA ID: MA2323002 · 50 people served · 1 ZIP code

In every reporting cycle over the past five years, Madden Estates has come through without a single EPA violation — a consistent performance across the full service population of approximately 50 residents that reflects both well-maintained infrastructure and reliable operational oversight.

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

50
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$320K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Madden Estates Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$70,753
Median Household Income
4,942
Service Area Population
22%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
68%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Madden Estates serves a community with a median household income of $70,753 and an estimated 4,942 residents across its service area. Approximately 68% 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

Madden Estates'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.

Low Risk
Source Contamination Risk
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
60th
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 60th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

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

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

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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

Madden Estates (EPA ID: MA2323002) is a community water system in Massachusetts that serves approximately 50 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 01585 in West Brookfield.

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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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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ZIP Codes Served

  • 01585 — West Brookfield

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Madden Estates (MA2323002) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Madden Estates water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Madden Estates has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Madden Estates serve?

Madden Estates serves approximately 50 people across 1 ZIP code in Massachusetts.

Where does Madden Estates 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
0.004 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 2025-07-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 50
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?
Madden Estates meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Madden Estates serve?
Madden Estates serves approximately 50 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Madden Estates's water source?
Madden Estates draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Madden Estates's service area?
The Madden Estates service area has a median household income of $70,753. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Madden Estates get its water?
Madden Estates'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.
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