Water Quality in Bar Harbor, ME (04609)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 04609.
Active Health Violations
11 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 98% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
5,244
Population
55
Water Systems
136
Violations (5yr)
11
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (55)
Town Of Bar Harbor- Water Division
Seal Harbor H20/Acadia-(28)
Hadleys Point Campground
All resolvedUs Nps Sieur De Monts (2)
Us Nps Cadillac Mtn (8)
Bar Harbor Koa Oceanside-West Side
1 health-basedAbels Lobster Pound
All resolvedJordan Pond House Restaurant
Narrows Too Camping Resort
Terramor Outdoor Resort
1 health-basedUs Nps Schoodic Woods Campground
Us Nps Echo Lake (12)
All resolvedBob'S Chowder House
Mr Charles Lotreck
Currents
All resolvedUs Nps Acadia Natl Park Hq
Birch Tree Meadows Mhp
1 health-basedSieur De Monts 2nd Source - 20
Us Nps Fabbri Memorial (14)
Bar Harbor Oceanside Koa-East Side
Atlantic Brewing Co-Mainely Meat Bbq
Downeast Lobster Pound
Mt Desert Narrows Bathhouse
All resolvedDup Acadia Mcfarland 2
Birchwood Apts
Belle Isle Motel - Dr W 125'
Belle Isle Motel - Dr W 125'
Us Nps Blackwoods Cg (9)
Us Nps Blackwoods Cg
Dup Acadia Isle Au Haut Cg
Dreamwood Pines Motel
Birch Bay Village
Acadia Gateway Motel (Trenton)
Maller Dentistry Office
Acadia Sunnyside Motel & Cottages
2 health-basedPine Grove Cabins
Us Nps Acadia Natl Pk-Schoodic Facility
1 health-basedOceanarium And Education Center
2 health-basedSunset Pines Motel
Red Rock Big Stop
Schoodic Pt - Acadia - (4)
Windward Cottages
Seaside Cottages
Us Nps Thompson Isl Park (11)
1 health-basedUs Nps Isle Au Haut Cg (26)
Us Nps Seawall Campground (21)
Happy Clam Shack
1 health-basedUs Nps Thompson Isl Info (10)
Us Nps Frazer Point (3)
Us Nps Isle Au Haut Ranger Station
Us Nps Islesford Museum (19)
1 health-basedNorthern Lights Mtr Ct
The Wagon Wheel
Maple Creek Tourist Home
Erna'S German Motel
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
A naturally occurring element that can cause cancer and other health effects at high levels.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jul 2025
Copper (Cu)
Exceeds limitSampled: Jul 2025
How Does This Compare?
Bar Harbor (04609) has more violations than 98% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 136.
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
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.