Water Quality in Portland, ME (04029)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 04029.
Active Health Violations
8 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 95% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
2,086
Population
28
Water Systems
79
Violations (5yr)
8
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (28)
Portland Water District-Greater
All resolvedAutumn Lane
2 health-basedRustic Barrel
Goodwins Lodge/Cottages
Sportsmans Kitchen & Keg
All resolvedGrand Central Wine Bar
Caputos Place
Sebago Elementary School
4 health-basedNasons Beach & Campground Inc
Nason'S Beach Cg - Spring 5'
Goodwin'S Lodge & Cottages
Camp O-At-Ka
Camp O-At-Ka-Bungalow System
1 health-basedCamp O-At-Ka-Anderson System
All resolvedRockcraft Retreat Center
Sebago Lake Camps Inc
1 health-basedWest Shore Development
Town Hall - Town Of Sebago
Yankee Doodle Cottages
322 Roosevelt Trail
All resolvedAnderson Motel & Cottages
Round Table Lodge & Cottages
Sebago Lake Marina
Jordans Store
Pigge Out Shoppe
Lakeview Farm
Edgewater Cottages
Long Beach Marina Inc
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2025
Copper (Cu)
Exceeds limitSampled: Jul 2025
How Does This Compare?
Portland (04029) has more violations than 95% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 79.
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.
Reverse Osmosis System
Highly effective at removing heavy metals, dissolved solids, and a wide range of contaminants. Recommended for homes with lead or arsenic concerns.
Targets:Lead, Copper, Arsenic, Mercury, Cadmium
Look for:NSF/ANSI 58 certified
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.