How is the tap water in Massachusetts?
Today, more than 6 million Massachusetts residents drink from the public tap
water supply.7
The tap water in Massachusetts is one of the best in the country
and is regulated under strict standards.Both the EPA and the Massachusetts
Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) are responsible for
ensuring the water quality. The MassDEP requires the local water suppliers to
perform ongoing tests to ensure that the water is safe to drink.7
The Massachusetts Department of Public Health monitors the amount of fluoride in public water systems to
maintain optimal levels for dental health. Currently, 70% of Massachusetts residents receive the health and
economic benefits of fluoridated tap water.8
For the past several years, Massachusetts has consistently received
a national water fluoridation quality award presented by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
(CDC), and is ranked 29th in the nation for fluoridation status.6