Water Quality in Poland, ME (04861)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 04861.
Past Health-Based Violations
1 health-based violation was found in the past 5 years, meaning contaminant levels exceeded federal safety limits. All have since been resolved. There are also 4 monitoring/reporting violations.
More violations than 53% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
2,769
Population
8
Water Systems
5
Violations (5yr)
1
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (8)
Maine Water Company Camden & Rockland
All resolvedMsad 50 St George Elem School
Mountainside Mobile Home Park
1 health-basedSalt Water Farm Campground
Maine State Prison-Bolduc Unit
Msad 50 Cushing Community Sch
Deer Ridge Mobile Home Park
Lobster Factory
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2023
How Does This Compare?
Poland (04861) has more violations than 53% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 5.
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.