Current Noncompliance MA

Tisbury Water Works

EPA ID: MA4296000 ยท 6,082 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Tisbury Water Works (MA4296000): 1 unresolved EPA violation on record. Tisbury Water Works shows 1 open EPA violation in current federal records for approximately 6,082 people.

Data: EPA SDWIS

B ยท 82
Avg Safety Score
6,082
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
15
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0072 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk ยท Moderate
15
Contaminants Flagged
$911K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Tisbury Water Works Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary - Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$93,615
Median Household Income
8,829
Service Area Population
0%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
100th
Energy Burden Percentile
57%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Tisbury Water Works serves a community with a median household income of $93,615 and an estimated 8,829 residents across its service area. Approximately 57% 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

Tisbury Water Works'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
0th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
30th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

40 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
30 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 57% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Tisbury Water Works compares to EPA limits

Mercury 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.002 mg/L
Kidney damage, neurological impairment
Cadmium 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.005 mg/L
Kidney damage accumulating over lifetime; probable carcinogen
Lead 1 mg/L (action level) (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.015 mg/L (action level)
Brain damage in children, kidney & blood pressure in adults
Uranium 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.03 mg/L
Kidney toxicity, increased cancer risk
Selenium 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.05 mg/L
Hair & nail loss, nerve damage, liver & kidney damage

What This Means For You

Mercury at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.002 mg/L. Kidney damage, neurological impairment. Consider activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Cadmium at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.005 mg/L. Kidney damage accumulating over lifetime; probable carcinogen. Consider reverse osmosis filtration.

Lead at 1 mg/L (action level) exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.015 mg/L (action level). Brain damage in children, kidney & blood pressure in adults. Consider reverse osmosis filtration.

Uranium at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.03 mg/L. Kidney toxicity, increased cancer risk. Consider reverse osmosis filtration.

Selenium at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.05 mg/L. Hair & nail loss, nerve damage, liver & kidney damage. Consider reverse osmosis filtration.

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

Find a certified water filter โ†’

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Massachusetts

Marion Water Division
6,119 people
B 1 violation
C 4 violations
D 0 violations
D 0 violations
D 1 violation

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,200
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $1,600

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.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$7,500
10 years
$15,000
20 years
$30,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,600 (one-time) vs. $15,000 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

Tisbury Water Works (EPA ID: MA4296000) is a community water system in Massachusetts that serves approximately 6,082 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 02568 in Vineyard Haven.

ZIP-Area Home Safety Context: B (82/100)

This is the average Home Safety Score for 1 of 1 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

1 current noncompliance record in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot; none are classified as health-based in this evidence.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 0 resolved, 14 archived, 1 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
July 1, 2022 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Addressed (current)
April 1, 2022 Barium Non-health-based Archived
April 1, 2022 Nitrite Non-health-based Archived
April 1, 2022 Contaminant 1045 Non-health-based Archived
April 1, 2022 Cadmium Non-health-based Archived
April 1, 2022 Chromium Non-health-based Archived
April 1, 2022 Fluoride Non-health-based Archived
April 1, 2022 Mercury Non-health-based Archived
April 1, 2022 Contaminant 1075 Non-health-based Archived
April 1, 2022 Contaminant 1036 Non-health-based Archived
April 1, 2022 Contaminant 1085 Non-health-based Archived
April 1, 2022 Selenium Non-health-based Archived
April 1, 2022 Uranium Non-health-based Archived
April 1, 2022 Nickel Non-health-based Archived
January 1, 2022 Lead Non-health-based Archived

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Barium Inorganic 1 No
Cadmium Inorganic 1 No
Chromium Inorganic 1 No
Fluoride Inorganic 1 No
Selenium Inorganic 1 No
Nickel Inorganic 1 No
Nitrite Inorganic 1 No
Contaminant 1036 Other Violation 1 No
Lead Inorganic 1 No
Contaminant 1045 Other Violation 1 No
Mercury Inorganic 1 No
Contaminant 1075 Other Violation 1 No
Contaminant 1085 Other Violation 1 No
Uranium Radionuclides 1 No
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0072 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 Tisbury Water Works (MA4296000) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tisbury Water Works water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 1 current noncompliance record and zero current records classified as health-based. That classification is not a property-specific water test or safety guarantee.

How many people does Tisbury Water Works serve?

Tisbury Water Works serves approximately 6,082 people across 1 ZIP code in Massachusetts.

Where does Tisbury Water Works get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

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
174

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†’

Understand PFAS health context and filtration โ†’

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Tisbury Water Works safe to drink?
Tisbury Water Works earns a B safety grade with 15 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
What contaminants are in Tisbury Water Works's water?
Detected contaminants include Mercury, Cadmium, Lead, Uranium. 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 Tisbury Water Works serve?
Tisbury Water Works serves approximately 6,082 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Tisbury Water Works's water source?
Tisbury Water Works draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Tisbury Water Works's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0072 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Tisbury Water Works's service area?
The Tisbury Water Works service area has a median household income of $93,615. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Tisbury Water Works get its water?
Tisbury Water Works'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.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Tisbury Water Works (MA): 15 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ma4296000/
BibTeX
@misc{zipcheckup-water-system-ma4296000,
  author = {{ZipCheckup}},
  title  = {{Tisbury Water Works (MA): 15 EPA Violations}},
  year   = {n.d.},
  url    = {https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ma4296000/}
}

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

Tisbury Water Works (EPA ID: MA4296000) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

Home Water Systems Massachusetts Tisbury Water Works

Get safety alerts for Tisbury Water Works, Massachusetts

Free updates when EPA data changes for this area. No spam.

Unsubscribe anytime. Privacy Policy.

Share This Page

X Facebook
Violations found - check filter options Free tool - no phone call required.