Quincy, MA · PWSID MA3243000
Quincy Water Dept. (Mwra) lead service lines
452 lead or galvanized lines to replace
Quincy Water Dept. (Mwra) reported 451 lead and 1 galvanized-requiring-replacement service lines out of 20,858 in its inventory. That's about 1 in 46 lines. Another 44 (0.2%) are still listed as unknown material.
Ranks #19 of 175 Massachusetts systems with confirmed lead lines, and #713 nationally.
2.2% of Quincy Water Dept. (Mwra)'s service lines are lead or galvanized requiring replacement. That's about the same as the Massachusetts average (2.2%) and lower than the national average (3.1%).
- Lead 2.2%
- Galvanized (replace) <0.1%
- Unknown 0.2%
- Non-lead 98%
Total service lines reported: 20,858. Reported all required service line types. Population served: 106,000; 23,750 connections.
Lead test results
Quincy Water Dept. (Mwra)'s most recent 90th-percentile lead result (2026) was 21 ppb, above the 15 ppb federal action level. This means 90% of homes sampled were at or below that level; individual homes, especially those with lead lines, can be higher.
Lead and Copper Rule 90th-percentile results reported to EPA, in parts per billion. Dashed lines: 15 ppb action level and the 10 ppb level from November 1, 2027.
Progress since 2025 Q1
Reported lead and galvanized-requiring-replacement lines went from 483 in 2025 Q1 to 452 in 2026 Q3: down 31 (6.4%). Lines of unknown material went from 48 to 44, down 4 (8.3%).
Quarterly counts reported to EPA. A drop usually means lines were replaced or confirmed non-lead; a rise usually means more lines were identified. Replacement progress rankings.
Lead rule violations
EPA's data lists no Lead and Copper Rule violations for Quincy Water Dept. (Mwra) since 2015. That covers testing, reporting, corrosion control and public notice requirements; it isn't a guarantee about any individual home.
Source: EPA SDWIS violation records for the Lead and Copper Rule.
Where the water comes from
Quincy Water Dept. (Mwra)'s main water source is purchased surface water. It buys treated water from Mwra. The seller treats the water, including corrosion control that keeps lead from dissolving out of pipes, while Quincy Water Dept. (Mwra) is responsible for its own service line inventory and replacement program.
Source: EPA SDWIS water system and facility records.
Check your own address
These counts cover the whole system. To see whether your line is lead, use the utility's address-level inventory. Utilities had to prepare one by October 16, 2024 and make it publicly accessible; systems serving more than 50,000 people must post it online.
No map yet? Do the 2-minute scratch and magnet test on the pipe where water enters your home.
Protect your drinking water now
If your line is lead, galvanized or unknown, filter water for drinking, cooking and baby formula. Use a filter certified to NSF/ANSI 53 for lead. Run cold water for a few minutes after it sits for hours, and never use hot tap water for cooking.
How to pick a lead-certified filter · How to test your water for lead
Getting the line replaced
EPA's Lead and Copper Rule Improvements require most systems to replace lead and galvanized-requiring-replacement lines by December 31, 2037. Ask Quincy Water Dept. (Mwra) whether it replaces the private side for free or with a cost share before you hire anyone. If you want it done sooner, or your utility doesn't cover your side, a licensed plumber can quote it. What replacement costs.
County pages: Lead pipes in Norfolk County
Cities served
ZIP codes served
ZIP codes whose center falls inside Quincy Water Dept. (Mwra)'s mapped service area (EPA service area boundaries). Neighboring utilities may serve parts of the same ZIP.
021690217002171
Other water systems nearby
| System | Lead + galv. | Unknown |
|---|---|---|
| Dedham Westwood Water Dist. | 657 | 2,753 |
| Braintree Water and Sewer Dept. | 3,488 | 2,814 |
| Franklin Water Department | 357 | 551 |
| Norwood Water Dept. (Mwra) | 233 | 5,116 |
| Wellesley Water Division | 481 | 5,759 |
| Milton Water Dept. (Mwra) | 200 | 2,529 |
| Sharon Water Dept | 213 | 583 |
| Bellingham DPW Water Sewer Division | 105 | 3,387 |
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Questions
Does Quincy Water Dept. (Mwra) have lead pipes?
Yes. Quincy Water Dept. (Mwra) reported 451 lead service lines and 1 galvanized lines that must be replaced, out of 20,858 total. 44 more are of unknown material.
How do I check if my home's service line is lead?
Look up your address on Quincy Water Dept. (Mwra)'s official service line inventory, which utilities must make publicly available. You can also scratch the pipe where it enters your home: lead is soft, dull gray, scratches to shiny silver and does not attract a magnet.
When will Quincy Water Dept. (Mwra) replace lead service lines?
Under EPA's Lead and Copper Rule Improvements, most systems must replace lead and galvanized-requiring-replacement lines by December 31, 2037, starting from November 1, 2027. The rule is being challenged in court, so dates could change. Many utilities run free or cost-share programs now.
Has Quincy Water Dept. (Mwra) had lead violations?
EPA's data shows no Lead and Copper Rule violations since 2015 for Quincy Water Dept. (Mwra).
Which water filters remove lead?
Use a filter certified to NSF/ANSI Standard 53 for lead reduction, or NSF/ANSI 58 for reverse osmosis. Check the certification on NSF's listings, not just the box.
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Citation: Lead Pipe Map, "Quincy Water Dept. (Mwra) lead service lines," https://leadpipemap.com/ma/quincy-water-dept-mwra/. Source: EPA SDWIS service line inventory, 2026 Q3. Download the full dataset on the data page.