Water Quality in Newton, MA
9 water systems serving 90,065 people
City Overview
Average lead detection across Newton water systems is 0.6 ppb (Very low). The EPA action level is 15 ppb.
Violation Summary
| Total violations on record | 259 |
| Health-based violations | 24 |
| Lead action level violations | 0 |
| Open (unresolved) violations | 0 |
Water Systems in Newton
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Newton tap water safe to drink?
Newton 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 Newton, Massachusetts?
Newton has 9 public water systems serving approximately 90,065 people. The average lead level across sampled systems is 0.6 ppb. There are 259 total violations on record.
Does Newton have lead in the water?
EPA monitoring data shows an average lead detection of 0.6 ppb across Newton's water systems. The EPA action level is 15 ppb. No lead action level violations are currently reported.
How many water utilities serve Newton?
9 public water systems are registered in Newton, Massachusetts with the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System. Together they serve approximately 90,065 people.