Tap Water Quality in Boston, MA
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Boston Drinking Water Overview
Population: ~675,000 | Source: Quabbin and Wachusett Reservoirs
Boston receives water from the Quabbin Reservoir, 65 miles west of the city, through one of the greatest engineering achievements of the 20th century. The Massachusetts Water Resources Authority delivers water so clean it requires no filtration, only disinfection. However, lead plumbing in the city's many older buildings can affect tap water quality at individual addresses.
Common water quality concerns in Boston
Lead from older plumbing
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Disinfection byproducts
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PFAS
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What's in your Boston water report
Contaminant levels
Every detected contaminant in your Boston water system, compared to EPA limits and health guidelines.
Violation history
All EPA violations on record for water systems serving Boston, including health-based and monitoring violations.
Water quality grade
An A through F grade based on violation history, contaminant levels, and health guideline comparisons.
Filter recommendations
Which type of water filter will actually remove the contaminants found in your specific water system.
Water quality in nearby cities
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