Local water information
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The town’s water-supply FAQ says its public system serves about 12,000 people, over half its population, with the rest on private drinking-water wells. This is a people count, not a count of homes. Source.
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The FAQ identifies eight groundwater wells and purchased water from Ashland. It says Fruit Street water receives PFAS filtration and disinfection. Source.
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The town describes temporary PFAS measures while considering a longer-term supply connection. The FAQ includes 2025 planning references; check the town’s latest updates for current project timelines. Source.
A public-system result is not a test of a separate private well or every home’s plumbing. This page is background information, not a safety certification. For current restrictions or health advice, follow your water supplier and Board of Health.