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Official Status: March 2026

Is Fall River tap water safe to drink?

⚠ Caution Advised
C

Use extra caution — Fall River scores 64/100.

Safety Score
64
out of 100

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Fall River

Massachusetts

View Massachusetts state report Data updated: Mar 2026

Is Fall River tap water safe to drink?

Use extra caution — Fall River scores 64/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 0 local systems in Fall River. We found 0 total violations (0 unresolved).

Real-Time Environment

Live: 06:00 PM
0mm Precipitation

☀️ No active precipitation. Rainfall can impact surface water turbidity and pollutant runoff in Fall River.

Water Quality Impact

✅ Minimal Impact Localized weather conditions may influence test result variability.

🛡️ Home Water Treatment Needs

Should you invest in filtration or softening for your home in Fall River?

Requirement Status
Recommended
🟡
💡

Expert Advice

Given the safety margin, a Carbon Block or sediment filter is recommended to improve taste and remove trace particulates.

Buying a Filter?

Wondering if Fall River tap water needs filtering? We break it down.

Baby Formula Safety

Mixing baby formula with Fall River tap water? Read this first.

Homebuyer's Perspective

If you're house-hunting in Fall River, water quality belongs on your due-diligence checklist alongside schools and crime data. With a score of 64/100, we recommend budgeting for high-quality point-of-entry filtration systems to protect your home's value.

Property Impact: Requires Mitigation

Health & Family Safety

Current records show no major contaminant spikes, making Fall River a preferred choice for health-conscious families.

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Compliance Record for Fall River

0
Violations (5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Contaminants Tracked
0
Exceeding EPA Limit

Based on EPA SDWIS violation records and contaminant test results for all water systems serving Fall River.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fall River tap water safe to drink?

Use extra caution — Fall River scores 64/100.

How many water systems serve Fall River?

Fall River is served by 0 public water systems in our latest EPA-backed dataset.

How can I check water quality for my exact address in Fall River?

Use the WaterQ search tool to look up your ZIP code and view nearby systems, contaminant levels, and recent violations for Fall River.

What is the water quality score for Fall River?

The water quality score for Fall River is 64 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results for all serving water systems.

What are the top contaminants in Fall River?

Current contaminant data for Fall River is being updated. Check back soon or search your specific address for the latest results.

Water Quality Score
64/100
Grade
C
Water Systems
1
Population
94,000

Fall River Water Quality Summary

Fall River, MA receives a water quality score of 64/100 (Grade C) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 1 public water system serving the area.

Fall River's water quality is near the national average. While most systems meet EPA standards, some violations have been recorded. Residents may wish to review their specific water system's report for contaminant details.

Fall River's score of 64 is 9 points below the Massachusetts state average of 73, and below the nationwide average of roughly 78/100 across all U.S. states.

In the coastal Northeast, the mid-size city of Fall River, Massachusetts is served by a water system utilizing dense, older urban infrastructure. Assessments of this system reflect average water quality, indicating that performance is moderate but has room for improvement. For current residents and prospective homebuyers, this middling level means that the municipal supply faces the typical vulnerabilities of the region's older infrastructure.

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 →

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Water Systems Serving Fall River (0)

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