Water Quality in BANGOR, ME (04402)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 04402.

125

Total Violations

26

Health-Based

99

Monitoring / Reporting

121

Resolved

What does this mean?

121 of 125 violations have been resolved. 26 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 99 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: 21 Population served: 2,321

Violations Detail (125 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
E. COLIMonitoring0N/ANov 14, 2024ActiveSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
E. COLIMonitoring0N/ANov 14, 2024ActiveSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
E. COLIMonitoring0N/ANov 14, 2024ActiveSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/ASep 28, 2024ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/ASep 28, 2024ResolvedN/A
Lead and Copper RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/ASep 11, 2024ResolvedN/A
Lead and Copper RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/ASep 11, 2024ResolvedN/A
Consumer Confidence RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2024ResolvedN/A
Consumer Confidence RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2024ResolvedN/A
Consumer Confidence RuleMonitoringN/AN/AJun 30, 2024ResolvedN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2024(11)

E. COLI

34

Nov 14Active

E. COLI

34

Nov 14Active

E. COLI

34

Nov 14Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4A

Sep 28Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4A

Sep 28Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

57

Sep 11Resolved

Lead and Copper Rule

57

Sep 11Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

2023(4)

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

How Does This Compare?

BANGOR (04402) has 125 recorded violations, including 26 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

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

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

NSF Certified Products → EPA Safe Drinking Water Guide →

Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove.

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