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Official Status: March 2026

Is Osterville tap water safe to drink?

⚠ Caution Advised
D

Use extra caution — Osterville scores 30/100.

Safety Score
30
out of 100

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Osterville

Massachusetts

View Massachusetts state report Data updated: Mar 2026

Is Osterville tap water safe to drink?

Use extra caution — Osterville scores 30/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 0 local systems in Osterville. We found 0 total violations (0 unresolved).

🛡️ Home Water Treatment Needs

Should you invest in filtration or softening for your home in Osterville?

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 Osterville tap water needs filtering? We break it down.

Baby Formula Safety

Mixing baby formula with Osterville tap water? Read this first.

Homebuyer's Perspective

If you're house-hunting in Osterville, water quality belongs on your due-diligence checklist alongside schools and crime data. With a score of 30/100, 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 Osterville a preferred choice for health-conscious families.

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Compliance Record for Osterville

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 Osterville.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Osterville tap water safe to drink?

Use extra caution — Osterville scores 30/100.

How many water systems serve Osterville?

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

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

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

What is the water quality score for Osterville?

The water quality score for Osterville is 30 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results for all serving water systems.

What are the top contaminants in Osterville?

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

Water Quality Score
30/100
Grade
F
Water Systems
1
Population
50,000

Osterville Water Quality Summary

Osterville, MA receives a water quality score of 30/100 (Grade F) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 1 public water system serving the area.

Osterville's water quality score is below the national average, indicating a history of EPA violations or elevated contaminant levels. Residents are encouraged to check their specific water system report and consider additional filtration.

Osterville's score of 30 is 43 points below the Massachusetts state average of 73, and below 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 →

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Water Systems Serving Osterville (0)

Water system data coming soon for Osterville.

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