Water Quality in KENNEBUNK, ME (04043)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 04043.

146

Total Violations

7

Health-Based

139

Monitoring / Reporting

140

Resolved

What does this mean?

140 of 146 violations have been resolved. 7 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 139 are monitoring or reporting violations (missed testing deadlines or late paperwork — not necessarily a water quality issue). Not all violations mean your water is unsafe. The EPA requires reporting even for minor administrative issues.

Water systems: 19 Population served: 38,007

Violations Detail (146 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Revised Total Coliform RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/AMay 31, 2025ActiveN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/AMay 31, 2025ActiveN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/AMay 31, 2025ActiveN/A
NitrateMonitoringN/AN/AApr 30, 2025ResolvedInfants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AApr 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AApr 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
NitrateMonitoringN/AN/AApr 30, 2025ResolvedInfants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
NitrateMonitoringN/AN/AMar 31, 2025ResolvedInfants below the age of six months could become seriously ill (blue baby syndrome); shortness of breath

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(17)

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2D

May 31Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2D

May 31Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2D

May 31Active

Nitrate

03

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Nitrate

03

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Nitrate

03

Mar 31Resolved

Nitrate

03

Mar 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Mar 12Resolved

Public Notice

75

Mar 8Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Feb 28Resolved

Nitrate

03

Feb 28Resolved

Nitrate

03

Feb 28Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Feb 28Resolved

2024(30)

Nitrate

03

Oct 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Oct 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Oct 31Resolved

Nitrate

03

Oct 31Resolved

Nitrate

03

Oct 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Oct 31Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4C

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4C

May 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

May 18Resolved

Public Notice

75

May 18Resolved

Public Notice

75

May 18Resolved

Public Notice

75

May 18Resolved

Public Notice

75

Mar 29Resolved

Public Notice

75

Mar 29Resolved

Public Notice

75

Mar 27Resolved

Public Notice

75

Mar 27Resolved

Public Notice

75

Mar 23Resolved

Public Notice

75

Mar 23Resolved

Public Notice

75

Mar 23Resolved

Public Notice

75

Mar 23Resolved

Public Notice

75

Mar 21Resolved

Public Notice

75

Mar 21Resolved

How Does This Compare?

KENNEBUNK (04043) has 146 recorded violations, including 7 health-based. 6 remain unresolved. Consider testing your tap water independently for added peace of mind.

Recommended Water Filters

Based on the contaminants detected in your area, these filter types may help improve your water quality.

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.

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