Tiverton, RI 02878

5 water systems • 15,051 residents

Poor water quality - filtration recommended

D

Score: 29/100

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

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

36

Contaminants Detected

678

Violations on Record

56

Health-Based Violations

0

Recent Violations

Grade Breakdown

Contaminant Count0 / 25
Violation History8 / 25
Contaminant Severity11 / 25
System Compliance0 / 15
Enforcement History0 / 10
Total Score29%

29 / 100 points

Recommended Water Filters

  • ✓Point-of-Use Carbon Filter (NSF-certified for lead)
  • ✓Ultraviolet (UV) Purification
  • ✓Activated Carbon Filter (disinfection byproducts)
  • ✓Whole Home Carbon Filter System
Compare filter types in our Filter Guide →

Consult a water quality specialist for personalized recommendations.

Tiverton vs RI & National Average

Detected Contaminants

36 contaminants detected across water systems serving this ZIP code

ContaminantCategory
AtrazineAgricultural
Total Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)Disinfection Byproduct
TTHMDisinfection Byproduct
Lead and Copper RuleHeavy Metal
FluorideInorganic
Coliform (TCR)Microorganism
E. COLIMicroorganism
Revised Total Coliform RuleMicroorganism
1,1,1-TrichloroethaneOther
1,1,2-TrichloroethaneOther
1,2-DichloropropaneOther
CARBON, TOTALOther
ChlorineOther
Consumer Confidence RuleOther
DICHLOROMETHANEOther
Interim Enhanced Surface Water Treatment RuleOther
Public NoticeOther
Stage 1 Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts RuleOther
Surface Water Treatment RuleOther
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
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:
FOUR SEASONS MHP CO-OP ASSN., NORTH TIVERTON FIRE DISTRICT, TIVERTON WATER AUTHORITY, TOWN HALL, STONE BRIDGE FIRE DISTRICT, LAWRENCE SUNSET COVE ASSOCIATION
Population Served:
15,051
Systems With Violations:
5 of 5
Major Violations:
389
Enforcement Actions:
678

Nearby Areas

02790

Westport • 4.9 mi away

C

02871

Portsmouth • 4.9 mi away

C

02723

Fall River • 6.2 mi away

C

02809

Bristol • 6.8 mi away

A

02842

Middletown • 8 mi away

B

02872

Prudence Island • 8.8 mi away

F

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.