Water Quality in OWL'S HEAD, ME (04854)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 04854.
96
Total Violations
0
Health-Based
96
Monitoring / Reporting
92
Resolved
What does this mean?
92 of 96 violations have been resolved. None of these are health-based violations — no contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. The remaining 96 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.
Violations Detail (96 total)
| Contaminant | Category | MCL Limit | Measured | Date | Status | Health Effects |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2024 | Active | N/A |
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Jun 30, 2023 | Active | N/A |
| Toluene | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Styrene | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2022 | Resolved | N/A |
| Vinyl chloride | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2022 | Resolved | Increased risk of cancer |
| Vinyl chloride | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2022 | Resolved | Increased risk of cancer |
| Vinyl chloride | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2022 | Resolved | Increased risk of cancer |
| Vinyl chloride | Monitoring | N/A | N/A | Dec 31, 2022 | Resolved | Increased risk of cancer |
Lead & Copper Levels
Violation Timeline
2024(3)
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
2023(1)
Consumer Confidence Rule
71
How Does This Compare?
OWL'S HEAD (04854) has 96 recorded violations, none of which are health-based. 4 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.
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.