Water Quality in LINCOLNVILLE, ME (04849)

EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 04849.

287

Total Violations

11

Health-Based

276

Monitoring / Reporting

280

Resolved

What does this mean?

280 of 287 violations have been resolved. 11 are health-based violations, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 276 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: 54 Population served: 5,135

Violations Detail (287 total)

ContaminantCategoryMCL LimitMeasuredDateStatusHealth Effects
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AJul 27, 2025ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AMay 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/AMay 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AApr 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AApr 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AApr 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Revised Total Coliform RuleMonitoringN/AN/AApr 30, 2025ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/ADec 12, 2024ResolvedN/A
Public NoticeMonitoringN/AN/ADec 12, 2024ResolvedN/A
E. COLIMonitoring0N/ANov 14, 2024ActiveSevere gastrointestinal illness; may be fatal in vulnerable populations

Violation Timeline

2025(7)

Public Notice

75

Jul 27Resolved

Public Notice

75

May 30Resolved

Public Notice

75

May 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

3A

Apr 30Resolved

2024(54)

Public Notice

75

Dec 12Resolved

Public Notice

75

Dec 12Resolved

E. COLI

34

Nov 14Active

E. COLI

34

Nov 14Active

E. COLI

34

Nov 14Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Oct 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Oct 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Aug 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jul 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jul 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jul 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jul 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jul 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jul 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jun 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

May 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

May 30Resolved

Public Notice

75

May 30Resolved

Public Notice

75

May 30Resolved

Public Notice

75

May 30Resolved

Public Notice

75

May 30Active

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Apr 30Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Mar 31Resolved

Public Notice

75

Mar 29Resolved

Public Notice

75

Mar 29Resolved

Public Notice

75

Mar 29Resolved

Public Notice

75

Mar 29Resolved

Public Notice

75

Mar 27Resolved

Public Notice

75

Mar 27Resolved

Public Notice

75

Mar 23Resolved

Public Notice

75

Mar 23Resolved

Public Notice

75

Mar 21Resolved

Public Notice

75

Mar 21Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 24Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 24Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 24Resolved

Public Notice

75

Feb 24Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

Revised Total Coliform Rule

3A

Jan 31Resolved

How Does This Compare?

LINCOLNVILLE (04849) has 287 recorded violations, including 11 health-based. 7 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

One of the few filtration methods effective at removing nitrates and nitrites. Essential for households with infants.

Targets:Nitrate, Nitrite, Dissolved Solids

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.

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