Water Quality in AUBURN, ME (04211)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 04211.
128
Total Violations
4
Health-Based
124
Monitoring / Reporting
124
Resolved
What does this mean?
124 of 128 violations have been resolved. 4 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 124 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.
Violations Detail (128 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Mar 31, 2025 | Resolved | N/A |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 29, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 29, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Nov 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Nov 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Nov 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Nov 30, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2025(4)
Lead and Copper Rule
66
Lead and Copper Rule
66
Lead and Copper Rule
66
Lead and Copper Rule
66
2024(105)
Lead and Copper Rule
66
Lead and Copper Rule
66
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Tetrachloroethylene
03
Tetrachloroethylene
03
Tetrachloroethylene
03
Tetrachloroethylene
03
1,1-Dichloroethylene
03
1,1-Dichloroethylene
03
1,1-Dichloroethylene
03
1,1-Dichloroethylene
03
Toluene
03
Toluene
03
Toluene
03
Toluene
03
Trichloroethylene
03
Trichloroethylene
03
Trichloroethylene
03
Trichloroethylene
03
o-Dichlorobenzene
03
Xylenes, Total
03
Xylenes, Total
03
Xylenes, Total
03
p-Dichlorobenzene
03
Ethylbenzene
03
p-Dichlorobenzene
03
p-Dichlorobenzene
03
trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene
03
trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene
03
trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene
03
trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene
03
1,2-Dichloroethane
03
1,2-Dichloroethane
03
1,2-Dichloroethane
03
1,2-Dichloroethane
03
1,1,1-Trichloroethane
03
1,1,1-Trichloroethane
03
1,1,1-Trichloroethane
03
1,1,1-Trichloroethane
03
1,2-Dichloropropane
03
1,2-Dichloropropane
03
1,2-Dichloropropane
03
1,2-Dichloropropane
03
1,1,2-Trichloroethane
03
1,1,2-Trichloroethane
03
1,1,2-Trichloroethane
03
1,1,2-Trichloroethane
03
CHLOROBENZENE
03
CHLOROBENZENE
03
CHLOROBENZENE
03
CHLOROBENZENE
03
Benzene
03
Benzene
03
Benzene
03
Benzene
03
Styrene
03
Styrene
03
Styrene
03
Styrene
03
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Ethylbenzene
03
Ethylbenzene
03
Ethylbenzene
03
1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene
03
1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene
03
cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene
03
cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene
03
cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene
03
cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene
03
o-Dichlorobenzene
03
o-Dichlorobenzene
03
Xylenes, Total
03
o-Dichlorobenzene
03
Carbon tetrachloride
03
Carbon tetrachloride
03
Carbon tetrachloride
03
Carbon tetrachloride
03
DICHLOROMETHANE
03
DICHLOROMETHANE
03
DICHLOROMETHANE
03
DICHLOROMETHANE
03
Vinyl chloride
03
Vinyl chloride
03
Vinyl chloride
03
Vinyl chloride
03
1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene
03
1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene
03
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
p-Dichlorobenzene
03
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3A
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
How Does This Compare?
AUBURN (04211) has 128 recorded violations, including 4 health-based. 4 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.