Water Quality in Portland, ME (04003)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 04003.
Active Health Violations
6 health-based violations found in the past 5 years, with at least one still unresolved. Contaminant levels have exceeded federal safety limits. Consider testing your tap water independently.
More violations than 82% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
183
Population
17
Water Systems
25
Violations (5yr)
6
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (17)
Portland Water District-Greater
All resolvedCooks Lobster House
Land'S End Restaurant
Lobster Vill.At Mackerel Cove
Log Cabin Restaurant
Lobster Shanty
Giant Stairs Seafood Grill
Driftwood Inn
All resolvedBailey Island Motel
6 health-basedBailey Island Motel
Sea Breeze Cabins
Le Jardin De La Cote
The Ice Cream Shop C/O B Fox
Edgewater Cabins
Mackerel Cove Marina
Cove Cottages
Sea Breeze Trailer Court
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
How Does This Compare?
Portland (04003) has more violations than 82% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 25.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on health-based violations detected in your area, these filter types are commonly used to address similar contaminants. Consult your water utility's Consumer Confidence Report for the most current data.
UV Water Purifier
Uses ultraviolet light to neutralize bacteria, viruses, and parasites without chemicals. Ideal for homes with microbial contamination concerns.
Targets:E. coli, Coliform, Giardia, Cryptosporidium
Look for:NSF/ANSI 55 (Class A) certified
Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.