Historical Compliance Records MA

Taunton Water Division

EPA ID: MA4293000 ยท 62,165 people served ยท 5 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Taunton Water Division (MA4293000): 30 EPA violations in the last five years. On record: Taunton Water Division, 30 violations, all resolved, 62,165 in service area.

Data: EPA SDWIS

B ยท 78
Avg Safety Score
62,165
People Served
5
ZIP Codes Served
30
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.0018 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk ยท Moderate
30
Contaminants Flagged
$437K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Taunton Water Division Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary - Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$107,570
Median Household Income
111,084
Service Area Population
26%
Disadvantaged Population
32th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
61%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Taunton Water Division serves a community with a median household income of $107,570 and an estimated 111,084 residents across its service area. Approximately 61% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Taunton Water Division'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.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
36th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
66th
Superfund Site Proximity

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 66th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites.

Infrastructure Risk

49 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
20 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 71% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Taunton Water Division compares to EPA limits

Contaminant 2015 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.0005 mg/L
Probable carcinogen; liver & thyroid damage, immune suppression
Atrazine 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.003 mg/L
Endocrine disruption, cardiovascular & reproductive effects
Benzene 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.005 mg/L
Contaminant 2110 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.005 mg/L
Leukemia & blood cancers (known carcinogen)

What This Means For You

Contaminant 2015 at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.0005 mg/L. Probable carcinogen; liver & thyroid damage, immune suppression. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Atrazine at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.003 mg/L. Endocrine disruption, cardiovascular & reproductive effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Benzene at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.005 mg/L.

Contaminant 2110 at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.005 mg/L. Leukemia & blood cancers (known carcinogen). Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Contaminant 2005 at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 23 detections recorded. 5 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS). 3 exceed 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 โ†’

Contaminant 2015 was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.

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Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Massachusetts

A 0 violations
C 2 violations
C 0 violations
B 0 violations
Dennis Water District
65,000 people
B 0 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,200
Radon Mitigation $400
PFAS Treatment $360
Total Estimated Cost $1,960

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 $1,960 (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

Taunton Water Division (EPA ID: MA4293000) is a community water system in Massachusetts that serves approximately 62,165 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 5 ZIP codes across 5 communities.

ZIP-Area Home Safety Context: B (78/100)

This is the average Home Safety Score for 3 of 5 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 30 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 0 resolved, 30 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
April 1, 2021 Contaminant 2067 Non-health-based Archived
April 1, 2021 Contaminant 2065 Non-health-based Archived
April 1, 2021 Contaminant 2326 Non-health-based Archived
April 1, 2021 Contaminant 2020 Non-health-based Archived
April 1, 2021 Contaminant 2110 Non-health-based Archived
April 1, 2021 Contaminant 2015 Non-health-based Archived
April 1, 2021 Contaminant 2010 Non-health-based Archived
April 1, 2021 Contaminant 2383 Non-health-based Archived
April 1, 2021 Contaminant 2931 Non-health-based Archived
April 1, 2021 Contaminant 2306 Non-health-based Archived
April 1, 2021 Contaminant 2031 Non-health-based Archived
April 1, 2021 Contaminant 2035 Non-health-based Archived
April 1, 2021 Atrazine Non-health-based Archived
April 1, 2021 Contaminant 2041 Non-health-based Archived
April 1, 2021 Contaminant 2032 Non-health-based Archived
April 1, 2021 Contaminant 2033 Non-health-based Archived
April 1, 2021 Contaminant 2034 Non-health-based Archived
April 1, 2021 Contaminant 2274 Non-health-based Archived
April 1, 2021 Contaminant 2042 Non-health-based Archived
April 1, 2021 Contaminant 2036 Non-health-based Archived

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Contaminant 2005 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 2010 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 2015 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 2020 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 2031 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 2032 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 2033 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 2034 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 2035 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 2036 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 2037 Other Violation 1 No
Atrazine Organic 1 No
Contaminant 2040 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 2041 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 2042 Other Violation 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0018 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.

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

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 Taunton Water Division (MA4293000) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Taunton Water Division water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Taunton Water Division; its 30 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Taunton Water Division serve?

Taunton Water Division serves approximately 62,165 people across 5 ZIP codes in Massachusetts.

Where does Taunton Water Division get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Tested Clean

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). No PFAS compounds were detected.

Samples collected
116

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) โ€” per-system federal sampling, 2023โ€“2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program โ†’

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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 Taunton Water Division safe to drink?
Taunton Water Division earns a B safety grade with 30 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
What contaminants are in Taunton Water Division's water?
Detected contaminants include Contaminant 2015, Atrazine, Benzene, Contaminant 2110. 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 Taunton Water Division serve?
Taunton Water Division serves approximately 62,165 people with drinking water across 5 ZIP codes.
What is Taunton Water Division's water source?
Taunton Water Division draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Taunton Water Division's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0018 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Taunton Water Division's service area?
The Taunton Water Division service area has a median household income of $107,570. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Taunton Water Division get its water?
Taunton Water Division'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 the exported violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is classified as elevated.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Taunton Water Division (MA): 30 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ma4293000/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

Home test kits can detect lead, bacteria, and other contaminants at your tap. Find the right filter โ†’

2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report โ†’

3

Contact your utility

Taunton Water Division (EPA ID: MA4293000) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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