Water Quality in Portage, ME (04768)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 04768.
Active Health Violations
6 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 93% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
374
Population
15
Water Systems
67
Violations (5yr)
6
Health-Based
Location
Loading map...
Water Systems Serving This Area (15)
Deans Motor Lodge
6 health-basedMaine Woods Company Llc
All resolvedTown Of Portage Lake - Beach
Dup Portage Lake
Dup Dean'S Motor Inn
Gilbert Cyr Logging Camp
Town Of Portage Lake-Campgrnd
Cyr Lumber Inc
Cub'S Drive-In
Great Northern Paper Co
Town Of Portage Lake
Wilderness Island
Moose Point Camps
Red River Camps
High Landing Camps
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2022
How Does This Compare?
Portage (04768) has more violations than 93% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 67.
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.