Water Quality in Melrose, MA
1 water system serving 29,357 people
City Overview
Average lead detection across Melrose water systems is 10.2 ppb (Moderate). The EPA action level is 15 ppb.
Violation Summary
| Total violations on record | 45 |
| Health-based violations | 31 |
| Lead action level violations | 0 |
| Open (unresolved) violations | 0 |
Water Systems in Melrose
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Melrose tap water safe to drink?
Melrose 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 Melrose, Massachusetts?
Melrose has 1 public water system serving approximately 29,357 people. The average lead level across sampled systems is 10.2 ppb. There are 45 total violations on record.
Does Melrose have lead in the water?
EPA monitoring data shows an average lead detection of 10.2 ppb across Melrose's water systems. The EPA action level is 15 ppb. No lead action level violations are currently reported.
How many water utilities serve Melrose?
1 public water system are registered in Melrose, Massachusetts with the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System. Together they serve approximately 29,357 people.