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Halifax, Massachusetts Water Quality Report

Water quality data for 2 water systems serving 7,593 people.

35
Poor
out of 100

Water Source

2
Water Systems
8K
People Served
Surface water, Ground water
Water Source

Detected Contaminants

ContaminantDetected LevelEPA Limit (MCL)Health Guideline% of LimitStatus
PFHxA0.004 No federal limit1000.0 ug/L(EWG)
0%
Below guideline
PFHxS0.004 0.010 ug/L0.001 ug/L(EWG)
37%
Within limit
PFOA0.006 0.004 ug/L0.090 ug/L(EWG)
143%
Above limit
PFPeA0.004 No federal limit1000.0 ug/L(EWG)
0%
Below guideline

Recommended Water Filters

Based on the contaminants detected in your water supply, these filtration systems are recommended:

Reverse Osmosis (RO)

Reverse osmosis systems remove up to 99% of PFAS compounds. Recommended for homes with detected PFAS.

Up to 99% PFAS removal

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Compliance & Violations

Active Violations (3)

Violation

Unknown

minor

Violation

Unknown

minor

Violation

Unknown

minor

Resolved Violations (123)

03

Apr 1, 2025 — Jun 30, 2025

moderate

03

Apr 1, 2023 — Jun 30, 2023

moderate

03

Apr 1, 2023 — Jun 30, 2023

moderate

03

Apr 1, 2023 — Jun 30, 2023

moderate

03

Apr 1, 2023 — Jun 30, 2023

moderate

+ 118 more resolved violations

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Halifax tap water safe to drink?

Halifax's water has 1 contaminant detected above EPA limits. While the water is treated, residents may want to consider additional filtration.

What contaminants are in Halifax tap water?

4 contaminants have been detected in Halifax's water supply across 2 water systems. See the full contaminant table above for details.

How can I improve my water quality in Halifax?

Install a water filter rated for the specific contaminants found in Halifax's water. See our filter recommendations above. You can also request your utility's Consumer Confidence Report for the most current test results.

Does Halifax have any water quality violations?

Yes, Halifax currently has 3 active violations. See the violations section above for details.