Water Quality in STETSON, ME (04488)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 04488.
10
Total Violations
1
Health-Based
9
Monitoring / Reporting
9
Resolved
What does this mean?
9 of 10 violations have been resolved. 1 is a health-based violation, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 9 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.
Violations Detail (10 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public Notice | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | May 30, 2025 | Active | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jul 31, 2024 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Health-Based | N/A | N/A | Jan 26, 2023 | Resolved | N/A |
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | Dec 19, 2022 | Resolved | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
| E. COLI | Monitoring | 0 | N/A | Dec 19, 2022 | Resolved | Severe gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Nov 30, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Revised Total Coliform Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Nov 30, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
Violation Timeline
2025(1)
Public Notice
75
2024(4)
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3B
Revised Total Coliform Rule
3B
How Does This Compare?
STETSON (04488) has 10 recorded violations, including 1 health-based. 1 remains 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.
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.