Water Quality in Edgecomb, ME (04556)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 04556.
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 88% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
1,251
Population
19
Water Systems
44
Violations (5yr)
3
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (19)
Sheepscot River Inn & Rest.
Muddy Rudder Rest - 315'Dr W
Glidden Point Oyster Company
Edgecomb Eatery
Sea & Turf Restaurant
Bagel Express
Center For Teaching/Learning
1 health-basedPine Crest Motor Court
Cod Cove Inn
Tammy'S Kitchen
Pioneer Motel
All resolvedWayside Restaurant
Riverside Inn & Cottages
Harbor Nutrition And Energy
2 health-basedCoopies Barn
Muddy Rudder Corp-Cabins 150'
Ice Cream Parlor
Sonny'S Mobile Lunch
Mclellan'S Seafood
Contaminants 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 2022
How Does This Compare?
Edgecomb (04556) has more violations than 88% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 44.
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
One of the few filtration methods effective at removing nitrates and nitrites. Essential for households with infants.
Targets:Nitrate, Nitrite, Dissolved Solids
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. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.