Water Quality in Bangor, ME (04402)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 04402.
Active Health Violations
9 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 90% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
21
Water Systems
46
Violations (5yr)
9
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (21)
Dysart'S Truck Stop
Glenburn Elem Sch-Old-Back Up
Streamside Pines Mobile Home Park
Dysarts Convenience Store-Newburgh
Narraguagus Estates
All resolvedGreen Lake Camping
Del-Wood Trailer Park
Northern Light Family Medicine Orono
Island View Hotel
All resolvedTrenton Days Inn
Stillwater Mobile Home Park
Derry Day Care
Whispering Pines Mhp
Gaelic Square Housing
3 health-basedPleasant View Manor
All resolvedSpinsfield Commons
3 health-basedSportsmen'S Mobile Home Park
Katahdin Springwater
Topsfield Irving Mainway
Acadia Healthcare/Sweetser
3 health-basedHermon Middle School #1
Contaminants Found
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
A naturally occurring element that can cause cancer and other health effects at high levels.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2025
Copper (Cu)
Exceeds limitSampled: Jul 2024
How Does This Compare?
Bangor (04402) has more violations than 90% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 46.
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
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
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.