Water Quality in Boston, MA
38 water systems serving 684,019 people
City Overview
Average lead detection across Boston water systems is 4.6 ppb (Low). The EPA action level is 15 ppb. 1 system have triggered action level violations.
Violation Summary
| Total violations on record | 1175 |
| Health-based violations | 89 |
| Lead action level violations | 1 |
| Open (unresolved) violations | 0 |
Water Systems in Boston
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Boston tap water safe to drink?
Boston tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants. Review the individual water system pages below for the latest lead sample results and violation history.
What is the water quality in Boston, Massachusetts?
Boston has 38 public water systems serving approximately 684,019 people. The average lead level across sampled systems is 4.6 ppb. There are 1175 total violations on record.
Does Boston have lead in the water?
EPA monitoring data shows an average lead detection of 4.6 ppb across Boston's water systems. The EPA action level is 15 ppb. 1 system have triggered lead action level violations.
How many water utilities serve Boston?
38 public water systems are registered in Boston, Massachusetts with the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System. Together they serve approximately 684,019 people.