Small Water Systems

Any Very Small Water Systems (VSWS) needing technical assistance are encouraged to contact MWRA for the services provided by the water quality specialist, such as assisting public water systems with compliance issues, rule education, public notification, sampling plans/schedules, system maintenance, leak detection, valve locating and on-site training.

Contact one of MRWA’s Water Quality Specialists (WQS) for answers on how to perform total coliform sampling, questions regarding bacteria rechecks, and how to do required public notifications. The WQS can assist with standard operating procedures for sampling, as well as help with any sampling plans. The WQS are working with small systems to provide technical assistance in completing Emergency Response plans. Ask the WQS for tips on how to stay in compliance with the Safe Drinking Water Act.