Water Quality in Portland, ME (04062)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 04062.
Active Health Violations
2 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 73% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
19,188
Population
25
Water Systems
14
Violations (5yr)
2
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (25)
Portland Water District-Greater
All resolvedSt Joseph College
St. Joseph'S College
Riffs Cafe And Club
The Chalet
Cumberland House Of Pizza
Sebago Basin Camping Area
Raymond Elementary School
All resolvedJordan-Small Middle School
All resolvedPine Acres Restaurant
M.P.A.C.
Windham Christian Academy
Whites Bridge Camping Area
Dpms-Panther Arms
Gina'S Pizzeria/Pasta-Naples
Pine Acres Motel
Sebago Lake Lodge Condo Owners Assn
2 health-basedRichardson'S Camps
Windham Way Motel
Burton'S Cottages
Roscoes Rockin Buffet
Hancock Lumber Co - Windham
Sebago Lake Condominium Assn.
Sandy Toes Cottages
Lake View Lodge
Contaminants Found
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Portland (04062) has more violations than 73% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 14.
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
One of the few filtration methods effective at removing nitrates and nitrites. Essential for households with infants.
Targets:Nitrate, Nitrite, Dissolved Solids
Look for:NSF/ANSI 58 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.