Water Quality in Gloucester, MA
6 water systems serving 37,665 people
City Overview
Average lead detection across Gloucester water systems is 3.0 ppb (Low). The EPA action level is 15 ppb.
Violation Summary
| Total violations on record | 179 |
| Health-based violations | 5 |
| Lead action level violations | 0 |
| Open (unresolved) violations | 0 |
Water Systems in Gloucester
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Gloucester tap water safe to drink?
Gloucester 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 Gloucester, Massachusetts?
Gloucester has 6 public water systems serving approximately 37,665 people. The average lead level across sampled systems is 3.0 ppb. There are 179 total violations on record.
Does Gloucester have lead in the water?
EPA monitoring data shows an average lead detection of 3.0 ppb across Gloucester's water systems. The EPA action level is 15 ppb. No lead action level violations are currently reported.
How many water utilities serve Gloucester?
6 public water systems are registered in Gloucester, Massachusetts with the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System. Together they serve approximately 37,665 people.