Water Quality in SABATTUS, ME (04280)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 04280.

188

Total Violations

15

Health-Based

173

Monitoring / Reporting

181

Resolved

What does this mean?

181 of 188 violations have been resolved. 15 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 173 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: 25 Population served: 4,597

Violations Detail (188 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AMay 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AMay 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJan 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJan 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJan 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJan 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/ADec 31, 2024ActiveN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/ADec 31, 2024ActiveN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/ADec 31, 2024ActiveN/A
E. COLIMonitoring0N/ANov 8, 2024ResolvedSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(6)

Public Notice

75

May 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

2024(14)

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2C

Dec 31Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2C

Dec 31Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2C

Dec 31Active

E. COLI

34

Nov 8Resolved

E. COLI

34

Nov 8Resolved

E. COLI

34

Nov 8Resolved

E. COLI

34

Nov 8Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

51

Jun 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

51

Jun 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

51

Jun 30Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

51

Jun 30Resolved

Public Notice

75

Apr 3Active

Public Notice

75

Feb 7Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 7Resolved

How Does This Compare?

SABATTUS (04280) has 188 recorded violations, including 15 health-based. 7 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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