Water Quality in HANCOCK, ME (04640)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 04640.

258

Total Violations

53

Health-Based

205

Monitoring / Reporting

239

Resolved

What does this mean?

239 of 258 violations have been resolved. 53 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 205 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.

Water systems: 19 Population served: 2,574

Violations Detail (258 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
ArsenicHealth-BasedN/A0.045Jun 30, 2025ResolvedSkin damage; circulatory system problems; increased risk of cancer
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMay 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMay 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/AMay 31, 2025ActiveN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleHealth-BasedN/AN/AMay 31, 2025ActiveN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMay 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMay 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AMay 31, 2025ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AMay 30, 2025ActiveN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AMay 30, 2025ActiveN/A

Lead & Copper Levels

Violation Timeline

2025(28)

Arsenic

02

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4B

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2D

May 31Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

2D

May 31Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

May 30Active

Public Notice

75

May 30Active

Public Notice

75

May 30Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4C

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4C

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

4C

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Nitrate

03

Mar 31Resolved

Nitrate

03

Mar 31Resolved

Nitrate

03

Mar 31Resolved

Arsenic

02

Mar 31Resolved

Arsenic

02

Mar 31Resolved

Arsenic

02

Mar 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Mar 30Active

2024(45)

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Dec 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Dec 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Dec 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Dec 31Resolved

Arsenic

02

Dec 31Resolved

Arsenic

02

Dec 31Resolved

Arsenic

02

Dec 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Nov 22Resolved

Public Notice

75

Nov 22Resolved

Public Notice

75

Nov 22Resolved

Public Notice

75

Nov 22Resolved

Public Notice

75

Nov 22Resolved

Public Notice

75

Nov 22Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Oct 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Oct 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Oct 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Sep 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Aug 21Active

Public Notice

75

Jun 30Active

Public Notice

75

Jun 30Active

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Arsenic

02

Jun 30Resolved

Arsenic

02

Jun 30Resolved

Arsenic

02

Jun 30Resolved

Arsenic

02

Jun 30Resolved

Consumer Confidence Rule

71

Jun 30Resolved

Public Notice

75

May 30Active

Public Notice

75

May 30Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Arsenic

02

Mar 31Resolved

Arsenic

02

Mar 31Resolved

Arsenic

02

Mar 31Resolved

Arsenic

02

Mar 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Mar 30Active

Public Notice

75

Mar 30Active

Public Notice

75

Mar 30Active

How Does This Compare?

HANCOCK (04640) has 258 recorded violations, including 53 health-based. 19 remain 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.

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

Activated Carbon Filter

Excellent for removing chlorine, chloramine, and disinfection byproducts like THMs and HAAs. Available as pitcher filters, countertop, or under-sink units.

Targets:THMs, HAAs, Chlorine, Chloramine, Taste & Odor

Look for:NSF/ANSI 42 & 53 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.

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