Brookline, Massachusetts: Is the Tap Water Safe to Drink?
2026 EPA water quality data for 1 community water system serving 63,191+ residents. See violations, PFAS results, lead test results, and safety grades — free.
Is Brookline Tap Water Safe to Drink?
Based on the latest EPA data, Brookline tap water meets all federal drinking water standards. All 1 tested system has received a safety grade of A or B, with no active health-based violations.
Brookline Water Quality Overview
Brookline, Massachusetts is served by 1 community water system providing water to approximately 63,191 residents. The system draws from surface water purchased sources. Brookline water systems have recorded 4 health-based violations in their history, though none are currently active.
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Brookline Drinking Water: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Brookline, Massachusetts tap water safe to drink?
Based on the latest EPA data, Brookline tap water meets all federal drinking water standards. All 1 tested system has received a safety grade of A or B, with no active health-based violations.
How many water utilities serve Brookline, Massachusetts?
1 community water system serves Brookline, Massachusetts, providing water to approximately 63,191 people. Different neighborhoods may be served by different utilities. Enter your ZIP code at the top to find your specific provider.
Does Brookline tap water have lead?
Lead in drinking water typically enters from old pipes and fixtures inside homes and buildings, not from the treatment plant. The EPA requires water systems to monitor for lead under the Lead and Copper Rule. Click any water system above to see its most recent 90th-percentile lead test results. Homes built before 1986 are most likely to have lead plumbing components.
What contaminants have been found in Brookline drinking water?
EPA violation records for Brookline water systems are listed on each utility's report page. Common regulated contaminants include disinfection byproducts (TTHMs, HAA5), coliform bacteria, nitrates, and lead. Click any utility above to see its full violation history going back 10 years.
How do I find out which water company serves my address in Brookline?
Enter your Brookline ZIP code in the search box at the top of this page. ClearWater will identify the specific water system serving your area and show you its EPA violation history, lead test results, and an overall safety grade. You can also check your water bill or your utility's annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR).