Rhode Island
Water Quality Report
67 Fair
Average Score
67/100
Water Systems
40
Population
1.1M
Violations
105 1 unresolved
Score Distribution
10 A
2 B
5 C
1 D
3 F
Top Contaminant Violations
| Contaminant | Violations |
|---|---|
| Copper (90th percentile) | 1 |
Lowest Scoring Water Systems
0
Quonset Business Park F
RI1592025 North Kingstown, RI 13,000 served
0
Westerly Water Department F
RI1559512 Westerly, RI 35,298 served
40
Bristol County Water Authority F
RI1647515 Warren, RI 49,000 served
58
Veolia Water Wakefield Rhode Island Inc D
RI1615624 Wakefield, RI 22,347 served
68
Naval Station, Newport C
RI1000016 Newport, RI 7,870 served
Counties in Rhode Island
Cities in Rhode Island
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is tap water in Rhode Island safe to drink?
Rhode Island has an average WaterQ score of 67/100 across 40 public water systems. Safety can vary by city and system, so check your local report for recent violations and contaminants.
How many water systems are in Rhode Island?
WaterQ currently tracks 40 public water systems in Rhode Island.
Where can I compare cities in Rhode Island?
Use the city list below to open detailed reports, or visit the compare tool to benchmark two cities side-by-side on score, grade, and system coverage.