Water Quality in Southwest Harbor, ME (04679)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 04679.
Active Health Violations
1 health-based violation 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 77% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
1,553
Population
14
Water Systems
19
Violations (5yr)
1
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (14)
Southwest Harbor Water & Sewer District
Longs Downeast Clambakes
Smugglers Den
1 health-basedCauseway Club Inc
All resolvedHighland Farms
Smuggler'S Den - Dr Well 35'
White Birches Campground
Madam Jake'S Backsider
The Talaria Company, Llc
J. S. Humphrey'S Co.
J. S. Humphrey'S Co.
Gotts Store
Smugglers Den Campground 2
All resolvedMount Desert Spring Water Company
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
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?
Southwest Harbor (04679) has more violations than 77% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 19.
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.