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Official Status: March 2026

Is South Hadley tap water safe to drink?

✓ Generally Safe
B

Generally acceptable, but review local hotspots — score 75/100.

Safety Score
75
out of 100

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South Hadley

Massachusetts

View Massachusetts state report Data updated: Mar 2026

Is South Hadley tap water safe to drink?

Generally acceptable, but review local hotspots — score 75/100. This report aggregates EPA drinking water data across 2 local systems in South Hadley. We found 106 total violations (93 unresolved).

🛡️ Home Water Treatment Needs

Should you invest in filtration or softening for your home in South Hadley?

Requirement Status
Recommended
🟡
💡

Expert Advice

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

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Should you buy a water purifier in South Hadley? See our analysis.

Baby Formula Safety

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Homebuyer's Perspective

For those looking to relocate to South Hadley, water quality is a key factor in long-term property maintenance. With a score of 75/100, we recommend budgeting for high-quality point-of-entry filtration systems to protect your home's value.

Property Impact: Positive / Stable

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.

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Compliance Record for South Hadley

106
Violations (5yr)
93
Unresolved
1
Contaminants Tracked
0
Exceeding EPA Limit

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is South Hadley tap water safe to drink?

Generally acceptable, but review local hotspots — score 75/100.

How many water systems serve South Hadley?

South Hadley is served by 2 public water systems in our latest EPA-backed dataset.

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

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

What is the water quality score for South Hadley?

The water quality score for South Hadley is 75 out of 100, based on EPA contaminant data, violation history, and testing results across the 2 systems serving the city.

What are the top contaminants in South Hadley?

The top contaminants detected in South Hadley include Lead (90th percentile). View detailed information on our contaminants page.

Water Quality Score
75/100
Grade
B
Water Systems
2
Population
21,000

South Hadley Water Quality Summary

South Hadley, MA receives a water quality score of 75/100 (Grade B) based on EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) compliance data for 2 public water systems serving the area.

South Hadley'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.

South Hadley's score of 75 is 1 point above the Massachusetts state average of 74, 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 →

Key Contaminants

Lead (90th percentile)
0.004 / 0.015 mg/L
0 mg/L MCL: 0.015 mg/L

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Water Systems Serving South Hadley (2)

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