Water Quality in New Bedford, MA
4 water systems serving 101,331 people
City Overview
Average lead detection across New Bedford water systems is 2.6 ppb (Low). The EPA action level is 15 ppb.
Violation Summary
| Total violations on record | 204 |
| Health-based violations | 3 |
| Lead action level violations | 0 |
| Open (unresolved) violations | 0 |
Water Systems in New Bedford
Frequently Asked Questions
Is New Bedford tap water safe to drink?
New Bedford 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 New Bedford, Massachusetts?
New Bedford has 4 public water systems serving approximately 101,331 people. The average lead level across sampled systems is 2.6 ppb. There are 204 total violations on record.
Does New Bedford have lead in the water?
EPA monitoring data shows an average lead detection of 2.6 ppb across New Bedford's water systems. The EPA action level is 15 ppb. No lead action level violations are currently reported.
How many water utilities serve New Bedford?
4 public water systems are registered in New Bedford, Massachusetts with the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System. Together they serve approximately 101,331 people.