Water Quality in Somerville, MA
2 water systems serving 81,149 people
City Overview
Average lead detection across Somerville water systems is 8.5 ppb (Moderate). The EPA action level is 15 ppb.
Violation Summary
| Total violations on record | 58 |
| Health-based violations | 31 |
| Lead action level violations | 0 |
| Open (unresolved) violations | 0 |
Water Systems in Somerville
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Somerville tap water safe to drink?
Somerville 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 Somerville, Massachusetts?
Somerville has 2 public water systems serving approximately 81,149 people. The average lead level across sampled systems is 8.5 ppb. There are 58 total violations on record.
Does Somerville have lead in the water?
EPA monitoring data shows an average lead detection of 8.5 ppb across Somerville's water systems. The EPA action level is 15 ppb. No lead action level violations are currently reported.
How many water utilities serve Somerville?
2 public water systems are registered in Somerville, Massachusetts with the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System. Together they serve approximately 81,149 people.