Water System Report MA

Mci Bridgewater

EPA ID: MA4042001 · 2,802 people served · 3 ZIP codes

EPA monitoring data for Mci Bridgewater shows an unblemished five-year compliance history — no violations of any kind have been recorded for this utility, which supplies water to approximately 2,802 people, covering every reporting cycle without a single MCL exceedance or monitoring lapse.

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

2,802
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$472K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Mci Bridgewater Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$102,698
Median Household Income
59,142
Service Area Population
14%
Disadvantaged Population
23th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
65%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Mci Bridgewater serves a community with a median household income of $102,698 and an estimated 59,142 residents across its service area. Approximately 65% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Mci Bridgewater'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
33th
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.

Infrastructure Risk

70 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
18 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 80% 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. 12 detections recorded. 4 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS). 1 exceeds state limits.

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

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $800
Radon Mitigation $667
PFAS Treatment $400
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $2,167

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 $2,167 (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

Mci Bridgewater (EPA ID: MA4042001) is a community water system in Massachusetts that serves approximately 2,802 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 3 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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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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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

Coverage: 1 ZIP code confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 2 additional ZIPs inferred from SDWIS registry data. The EPA-confirmed set is the most reliable; SDWIS-inferred entries may be narrower than the real deployment area.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Mci Bridgewater (MA4042001) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mci Bridgewater water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Mci Bridgewater serve?

Mci Bridgewater serves approximately 2,802 people across 3 ZIP codes in Massachusetts.

Where does Mci Bridgewater get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

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
0.021 mg/L
Tap Sample Lead Level

Above 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: 2,802
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?
Mci Bridgewater meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Mci Bridgewater serve?
Mci Bridgewater serves approximately 2,802 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Mci Bridgewater's water source?
Mci Bridgewater draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Mci Bridgewater's service area?
The Mci Bridgewater service area has a median household income of $102,698. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Mci Bridgewater get its water?
Mci Bridgewater'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.
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