Water Quality in Bethel, ME (04217)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 04217.
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 75% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
3,387
Population
48
Water Systems
16
Violations (5yr)
2
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (48)
Fall Line Condos @ Sunday River
Msad 44 Telstar Hi-Mid School
Sunday River Ski Rsrt-Barker
Sunday River Ski Rsrt-So Ridge
South Ridge Base Lodge
The Meeting House
High Krausen Llc
All resolvedSouth Ridge Town House-Condos
Rebel Rec Center & Fam Rest
South Ridge Townhouses
All resolvedThe Base Camp
Sunday River-Sunrise Condo
1 health-basedThe Hitching Post Diner
Riverbend Condominiums
All resolvedSherwood Jordan
West Bethel Water System
Birch Road Country Homes Condo
Msad 44 Woodstock Elem School
1 health-basedSongo Lake Tenting Area
American Legion
Barking Dawg Market
River View Resort
All resolvedBasin Cmpgrnd - Dr Well 306'
Mother'S
Sunday River - Me. Handicap
Leo & Anna'S Country Store
Lone Pine Camping Area-Newry
Chamberlain Condominium Assn
Redwood Motel
Long Lake Acres
Evans Notch Motel
Evans Notch Motel - Dr W 344'
Powder Ridge Townhomes
Grafton Notch Campground
Bearhaven Crossing
Cold River Cg - Dr Well 170'
Wild River Cg - Dr Well 197'
Cascades Condominium Hotel
Sunday River Inn - Chalet 10'
Camp Nygren
L & F Country Store
D. W. & G., Inc.
Bethel Outdoor Adventure, Inc.
Supt Msad #44
D. W. Mckeens
L. L. Bean Mountain Center
Ferrons Country Store
Douglass Tailer Park
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: Jan 2024
How Does This Compare?
Bethel (04217) has more violations than 75% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 16.
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.
Activated Carbon Filter
Excellent for removing chlorine, chloramine, and disinfection byproducts like THMs and HAAs. Available as pitcher filters, countertop, or under-sink units.
Targets:THMs, HAAs, Chlorine, Chloramine, Taste & Odor
Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 & 53 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.