Water Quality in Boothbay Harbor, ME (04538)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 04538.
Active Health Violations
3 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 70% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
1,810
Population
10
Water Systems
12
Violations (5yr)
3
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (10)
Rusty Anchor
Green Shutters Inn/Cottages
Bayview Inn C/O P H Roberts
Aos 98 Edgecomb Eddy Elementary Ii
All resolvedCamp Knickerbocker
Aos 98 Georgetown Central School
Msu 49 Edgecomb Eddy School
Hotel Pemaquid
2 health-basedAos 98 Southport Central School
The Landing
1 health-basedContaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Boothbay Harbor (04538) has more violations than 70% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 12.
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.
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.