Water system
Maxwell Water System
What this means for you
- Is it safe to drink right now?
- EPA records show 1 recent health-based violation for Maxwell Water System that is not marked resolved. Check your utility’s website or bill insert for any boil-water or do-not-drink notice and follow it.
- Should I use a filter?
- Yes, we recommend considering one. Lead results are high enough that a certified lead-reduction filter is a sensible precaution. Unresolved health-based issues make a home filter a reasonable backup.
- What kind of filter?
- For lead, choose NSF/ANSI 53 certified for lead reduction (or RO under 58). See matched standards and product picks.
This is general information from public EPA data, not medical advice. Lead often comes from a home’s own pipes, so only a test of your tap can tell your exposure. If you are pregnant, caring for an infant, or have a weakened immune system, ask your doctor or health department.
PFAS (“forever chemicals”), EPA UCMR 5
No UCMR 5 results on file (mostly smaller systems weren’t required to test).
Lead and copper
Above today’s 15 ppb lead action level. Ask your utility about corrosion control and test water at your tap.
Violations (last 5 years)
| Began | Type | Contaminant / rule | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-01-02 | Required treatment not done | Groundwater Rule | Unaddressed |
| 2024-04-12 | Other paperwork/notice violation | Public Notice | Resolved |
| 2024-03-03 | Other paperwork/notice violation | Public Notice | Resolved |
| 2023-07-01 | Other paperwork/notice violation | Consumer Confidence Rule | Resolved |
| 2023-01-01 | Missed or late testing | Revised Total Coliform Rule | Resolved |
| 2023-01-01 | Missed or late testing/reporting | Chlorine | Resolved |
| 2022-09-23 | Other paperwork/notice violation | Public Notice | Resolved |
| 2022-07-01 | Other paperwork/notice violation | Consumer Confidence Rule | Resolved |
| 2022-03-31 | Other paperwork/notice violation | Public Notice | Resolved |
| 2022-03-27 | Other paperwork/notice violation | Public Notice | Resolved |
| 2021-12-19 | Other paperwork/notice violation | Public Notice | Resolved |
Filters matched to this water
Look for filters certified (NSF, IAPMO or WQA) to these standards for the specific contaminant. Buttons open the maker’s page or an Amazon search; use “Check NSF listing” to verify a model’s claims. No affiliate links yet — grades are never sold.
Lead
NSF/ANSI 53NSF/ANSI 58 (RO)Chlorine/chloramine taste
NSF/ANSI 42Annual water quality report
Utilities must publish a Consumer Confidence Report every year by July 1. Find it on the utility’s website or ask them directly; EPA explains how.