Water Quality in Skowhegan, ME (04976)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 04976.
Active Health Violations
2 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 90% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
10,072
Population
41
Water Systems
47
Violations (5yr)
2
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (41)
White Owl Pavilion
Sappi North America Inc
All resolvedHowco Foods Dba Kens Restaurant
Skowhegan Motel
Fox Den Dance Hall
Msad 54 Canaan Elementary School
Sandys Place
Eaton Mountain Inc
Yonder Hill Campground
Skowhegan Campsite
Dup Lakewood
Lakewood Inn
Cornville Regional Charter School
All resolvedSomerset Sports & Fitness
All resolvedLake George Regional Park #1
1 health-basedLake George Regional Park #2
Island View Farm
Lakewood Inn & Lounge
Somerset Motor Lodge, Inc.
Bonneau'S Trailer Park
Msad 54 Mercer Elem School
Indian Pond Campground #1
Msad 54 Smithfield Elem School
G G G Camping Range
Mercer Elem Sch - New Dr W 250
Laurence Pendleton
Lakeland Motel
Pb Guide Service
1 health-basedThe Shed
Lynns Way
Pinewood Motel
Breezy Acres Motel
Pottle'S Trailer Park
The Birches
Odyssey House
Stagecoach Tavern
B & R Pizza
New Life Christian Academy
St. Albans Housing Authority
Whispering Pines Motel
Contaminants Found
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Lead and copper testing requirement. Lead exposure can cause developmental harm in children.
Annual water quality report delivery requirement.
Similar to nitrate — harmful to infants at high levels.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jan 2025
How Does This Compare?
Skowhegan (04976) has more violations than 90% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 47.
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.