Water Quality in Columbia, ME (04623)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 04623.
Past Health-Based Violations
2 health-based violations were found in the past 5 years, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. All have since been resolved. There are also 2 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 48% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
1,173
Population
21
Water Systems
4
Violations (5yr)
2
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (21)
Basel Foods Llc
Cottonwood Camping
1 health-basedCoastal Washington Cit
Allen Water Company
Coastal Ventures-4 Cor Shp Ctr
A.M./P.M. Sandwich Stop
House Of Bargains
Northeastern Blubry-Grassy Pnd
Northeastern Blubry-Skanks Knl
Valley Associates
Northeastern Blbry
Four Corners Dairy Joy
Northeastern Blueberry Co.
Northeastern Blubry-Schencks
Big John'S Video
4 Corners Shop & Save
Elmers Country Store
All resolvedAir Force Station - Sector 2
Northeastern Blubry-Simone-180
Northeastern Blueberry Co.
Leightons Little Bear Den
1 health-basedContaminants 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 & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Columbia (04623) has more violations than 48% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 4.
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.