Hampden, MA 01036

4 water systems • 284 residents

Moderate water quality - consider filtration

C

Score: 57/100

Graded on EPA violations, contaminants, severity, compliance, and enforcement history. See methodology.

Data updated June 2026 • Sources: EPA ECHO and EPA Envirofacts

66

Contaminants Detected

260

Violations on Record

1

Health-Based Violations

0

Recent Violations

Grade Breakdown

Contaminant Count0 / 25
Violation History17 / 25
Contaminant Severity25 / 25
System Compliance0 / 15
Enforcement History0 / 10
Total Score57%

57 / 100 points

Recommended Water Filters

  • ✓Point-of-Use Carbon Filter (NSF-certified for lead)
  • ✓Reverse Osmosis or Ion Exchange Filter
  • ✓Ultraviolet (UV) Purification
Compare filter types in our Filter Guide →

Consult a water quality specialist for personalized recommendations.

Hampden vs MA & National Average

Detected Contaminants

66 contaminants detected across water systems serving this ZIP code

ContaminantCategory
AtrazineAgricultural
GlyphosateAgricultural
NitrateAgricultural
NitriteAgricultural
SimazineAgricultural
Lead and Copper RuleHeavy Metal
AsbestosInorganic
Coliform (TCR)Microorganism
Revised Total Coliform RuleMicroorganism
1,1,1-TrichloroethaneOther
1,1,2-TrichloroethaneOther
1,2-DIBROMO-3-CHLOROPROPANEOther
1,2-DichloropropaneOther
2,3,7,8-TCDDOther
2,4-DOther
2,4,5-TPOther
AldicarbOther
Aldicarb sulfoneOther
Aldicarb sulfoxideOther
Benzo(a)pyreneOther
BHC-GAMMAOther
CarbofuranOther
ChlordaneOther
Consumer Confidence RuleOther
DalaponOther
Di(2-ethylhexyl) adipateOther
Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalateOther
DICHLOROMETHANEOther
DinosebOther
DiquatOther
EndothallOther
EndrinOther
ETHYLENE DIBROMIDEOther
HeptachlorOther
Heptachlor epoxideOther
HexachlorocyclopentadieneOther
LASSOOther
MethoxychlorOther
OXAMYLOther
PentachlorophenolOther
PicloramOther
Total Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCB)Other
ToxapheneOther
TritiumOther
38-STRONTIUM-90Radiological
Gross Beta Particle ActivityRadiological
Radium-226Radiological
Radium-228Radiological
1,1-DichloroethyleneVolatile Organic
1,2-DichloroethaneVolatile Organic
1,2,4-TrichlorobenzeneVolatile Organic
BenzeneVolatile Organic
Carbon tetrachlorideVolatile Organic
CHLOROBENZENEVolatile Organic
cis-1,2-DichloroethyleneVolatile Organic
EthylbenzeneVolatile Organic
HEXACHLOROBENZENEVolatile Organic
o-DichlorobenzeneVolatile Organic
p-DichlorobenzeneVolatile Organic
StyreneVolatile Organic
TetrachloroethyleneVolatile Organic
TolueneVolatile Organic
trans-1,2-DichloroethyleneVolatile Organic
TrichloroethyleneVolatile Organic
Vinyl chlorideVolatile Organic
Xylenes, TotalVolatile Organic

Water System Information

Systems Serving This ZIP:
VANTAGE AT HAMPDEN, SCANTIC VALLEY WATER DISTRICT, WHITE BIRCH GARDEN APARTMENTS, HAMPDEN HOUSING AUTHORITY
Population Served:
284
Systems With Violations:
4 of 4
Major Violations:
0
Enforcement Actions:
260

Nearby Areas

01028

East Longmeadow • 4.2 mi away

C

01095

Wilbraham • 5.5 mi away

A

01077

Southwick • 6.3 mi away

D

01085

Westfield • 7.1 mi away

C

01057

Monson • 7.2 mi away

C

01109

Springfield • 7.6 mi away

B

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the grade mean?

Our A–F grade ranks this ZIP code's water quality against every other analyzed ZIP in the country, based on EPA data. A = among the best, F = among the most troubled.

Is my tap water safe to drink?

Water systems regulated by the EPA must comply with Safe Drinking Water Act standards. However, if you're concerned about water quality, consider a water filter appropriate for your contaminants.

How often is the data updated?

We update our data quarterly with the latest EPA ECHO and Envirofacts data. Historical violations are tracked to identify patterns.

What filters do you recommend?

Filter recommendations are based on detected contaminants in your area. See our Filter Guide for detailed information about different filter types.