Water Quality in Poland, ME (04274)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 04274.
Active Health Violations
10 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 93% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
5,954
Population
54
Water Systems
68
Violations (5yr)
10
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (54)
Lewiston Water & Sewer Division
Auburn Water District
Poland Spring Corporation
Maine Water Company Skowhegan Division
Maine Water Company Millinocket Division
Maine Water Company Oakland Division
All resolvedMaine Water Company Freeport Division
Fryeburg Water Company
Maine Water Company Bucksport Division
Poland Spring Inn
Maine Water Company Greenville Division
Waldoboro Water Dept
Vinalhaven Water District
7 health-basedMaine Water Company Kezar Falls Division
South Freeport Water District
Maine Water Company Hartland Division
Maine Water Company Warren Division
Poland Municipal Complex
Msu 29 Poland Comm School
Tenants Harbor Water District
Lower Range Pond Corp
Brookdale Village
Range Pond Campground
Camp North Star Maine-Main
Poland Crossing - Kp Realty Llc
Maine Water Company Union Division
Elan Corp 1-3-8
Hemlocks Camping Area
3 health-basedPoland Spring Country Club
Gander Brook Chrstn Cmp-Dug W
Potter'S Camp, Inc.
Poland Spring Academy
Northern Spring Park
Camp Dirigo
Macs Camping Area Llc
All resolvedElan Four Corp
Elan Six Corp
The Playcare Center
Elan Corp. #7
Poland Spring Academy
J A'S
Crestwood Acres Water Assoc.
Moose Alley Daycare
Poland Place Condo Association
All resolvedThe Log Yard Dairy Bar
Elan Two Corp
Outlet
Poland Mining Camps
Camp North Star Maine-Infirmary
Lukens Spring
Camp North Star Maine-Lodge
Country Corner Mobile Home Par
Poland Springs Manor
Maine Springs Llc-Winterbrook
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
How Does This Compare?
Poland (04274) has more violations than 93% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 68.
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.