Is Gloucester, MA Tap Water Safe to Drink?
Gloucester, MA tap water currently meets EPA health guidelines across all monitored ZIP codes in this dataset. Contaminants including lithium have been detected at or below guideline thresholds.
Where Does Gloucester Get Its Water?
Water in Gloucester, MA is provided by 1 public water system: GLOUCESTER PUBLIC UTILITY DIVISION.
How Is Gloucester Tap Water Treated?
Treated water is disinfected using calcium hypochlorite and free chlorine. Treatment includes conventional treatment (coagulation, flocculation, and filtration) and slow sand filtration.
What's in Gloucester Tap Water?
The following contaminants were detected most frequently in Gloucester public water systems. All detected levels fall at or below EPA health guidelines in this dataset.
| Contaminant | Peak detected | EPA guideline | ZIPs detected | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| lithium | 9 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| PFTrDA | 0.007 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| 8:2 FTS | 0.005 µg/L | 0.005 µg/L | 1 ZIP | Within guideline |
| PFBA | 0.005 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
| 11Cl-PF3OUdS | 0.005 µg/L | — | 0 ZIPs | Within guideline |
Health Risk Profile for Gloucester
Current EPA monitoring data for Gloucester shows contaminant levels within guideline thresholds across all ZIP codes in this dataset. As with all public water systems, sensitive populations may choose to use a certified filter for additional peace of mind.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gloucester Tap Water
Is Gloucester tap water safe to drink?
Gloucester tap water currently meets EPA health guidelines across all monitored ZIP codes in this dataset. Sensitive populations may still choose to use a certified filter as a precaution.
What contaminants are in Gloucester tap water?
The most commonly detected contaminants in Gloucester water systems include: lithium, PFTrDA, 8:2 FTS. See the ZIP-level reports for exact measurements and EPA guideline comparisons.
Where does Gloucester get its drinking water?
Gloucester receives water from one public water system, including GLOUCESTER PUBLIC UTILITY DIVISION.
Do I need a water filter in Gloucester?
Current data does not show guideline exceedances in Gloucester. A certified filter can still reduce trace contaminants and improve taste for households that prefer filtered water.
How often is Gloucester tap water tested?
Public water systems in Gloucester are required by the EPA to test for regulated contaminants on schedules ranging from daily (for microbials and disinfectants) to annual or triennial (for many chemical contaminants). Results are published in annual Consumer Confidence Reports (CCRs). The data on this page reflects the most recent available EPA monitoring results, with the latest sample date of 2024-09-09.
Tap water reports by ZIP in Gloucester
- 01930 - Gloucester tap water report Some concern
Water utilities serving Gloucester, MA
Service area boundaries are approximate and based on state filings or modeled estimates. Contact your utility to confirm exact service at a specific address.
- GLOUCESTER PUBLIC UTILITY DIVISIONSome concern