F0/100
BERWICK WATER DEPARTMENT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,470 people · Maine
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
ME0090150
Violations
55
Contaminant Test Results
EPA Violation History
4
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 2Resolved
Violation related to Nitrite
When: October 4, 2022 – October 7, 2022Rule: Stage 1 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 1, 2022 – December 31, 2022Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: October 1, 2022 – December 31, 2022Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2022 – August 28, 2024Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
Understanding violation severity
Tier 1Urgent health risk. Utility must notify all customers within 24 hours.Tier 2Important health or treatment issue. Customers notified within 30 days.Tier 3Administrative or monitoring issue. Reported in the annual water quality report.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS) · Updated quarterly
Frequently Asked Questions About BERWICK WATER DEPARTMENT
Is BERWICK WATER DEPARTMENT water safe to drink?
BERWICK WATER DEPARTMENT water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 55 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has BERWICK WATER DEPARTMENT detected?
1 contaminants were tested in BERWICK WATER DEPARTMENT's water. No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits or health goals, indicating good water quality management.
Does BERWICK WATER DEPARTMENT have any EPA violations?
Yes, BERWICK WATER DEPARTMENT has 55 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2022. Violation types include TT, MR, Other. 22 are health-based violations.
How many people does BERWICK WATER DEPARTMENT serve?
BERWICK WATER DEPARTMENT serves approximately 2,470 people, Maine. The system provides water to 1 community: Berwick.
What type of water does BERWICK WATER DEPARTMENT provide?
BERWICK WATER DEPARTMENT sources its water from surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is ME0090150.
How does BERWICK WATER DEPARTMENT compare to other utilities in Maine?
BERWICK WATER DEPARTMENT scores 0/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Maine state page for a full comparison of water systems.