Amesbury
Is Amesbury tap water safe to drink?
Mostly yes — Amesbury scores 80/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 1 local system in Amesbury. We found 40 total violations (32 unresolved).
Real-Time Environment
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Water Quality Impact
🛡️ Home Water Treatment Needs
Should you invest in filtration or softening for your home in Amesbury?
Expert Advice
Given the safety margin, a Carbon Block or sediment filter is recommended to improve taste and remove trace particulates.
Buying a Filter?
Filter requirements and certified reduction benchmarks for Amesbury tap water.
Baby Formula Safety
Infant formula preparation risks, nitrate levels, and lead pipe guidance in Amesbury.
Homebuyer's Perspective
Evaluating water infrastructure in Amesbury protects plumbing and helps estimate water heater longevity. The high safety score (80/100) suggests lower risk for plumbing corrosion and appliance scaling.
Health & Family Safety
Residents should monitor Lead (90th percentile) levels. Pregnant women and families with young children should consult the specific EPA health goals listed below.
View Health Risk Glossary →Compliance Record for Amesbury
Based on EPA SDWIS violation records and contaminant test results for all water systems serving Amesbury.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Amesbury tap water safe to drink?
Mostly yes — Amesbury scores 80/100.
How many water systems serve Amesbury?
Amesbury is served by 1 public water system in our latest EPA-backed dataset.
How can I check water quality for my exact address in Amesbury?
Use the WaterQ search tool to look up your ZIP code and view nearby systems, contaminant levels, and recent violations for Amesbury.
What is the water quality score for Amesbury?
The water quality score for Amesbury is 80 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results across the 1 system serving the city.
What are the top contaminants in Amesbury?
The top contaminants detected in Amesbury include Lead (90th percentile). View detailed information on our contaminants page.
Amesbury Water Quality Summary
Amesbury, MA receives a water quality score of 80/100 (Grade B) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 1 public water system serving the area.
Amesbury's water quality is above the national average, with strong compliance records and low contaminant levels. Residents generally receive clean, safe tap water that meets EPA standards.
Amesbury's score of 80 is 6 points above the Massachusetts state average of 74, and above the nationwide average of roughly 78/100 across all U.S. states.
Water quality data is sourced from the U.S. EPA SDWIS database and updated quarterly. Learn about our scoring methodology → Read our Massachusetts water quality rankings report →
Key Contaminants
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