A90/100
GREATER AUGUSTA UTILITY DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 13,750 people · Maine
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
ME0090080
Violations
3
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.001 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
1
Violation (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
0
Health-Related
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2023 – February 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 GREATER AUGUSTA UTILITY DISTRICT
Is GREATER AUGUSTA UTILITY DISTRICT water safe to drink?
GREATER AUGUSTA UTILITY DISTRICT water receives a grade of A (90/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 66 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has GREATER AUGUSTA UTILITY DISTRICT detected?
66 contaminants were tested in GREATER AUGUSTA UTILITY DISTRICT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does GREATER AUGUSTA UTILITY DISTRICT have any EPA violations?
Yes, GREATER AUGUSTA UTILITY DISTRICT has 3 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include Other, TT. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does GREATER AUGUSTA UTILITY DISTRICT serve?
GREATER AUGUSTA UTILITY DISTRICT serves approximately 13,750 people, Maine. The system provides water to 5 communities: Augusta, Chelsea, Manchester, Vassalboro, Winthrop.
What type of water does GREATER AUGUSTA UTILITY DISTRICT provide?
GREATER AUGUSTA UTILITY DISTRICT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is ME0090080.
How does GREATER AUGUSTA UTILITY DISTRICT compare to other utilities in Maine?
GREATER AUGUSTA UTILITY DISTRICT scores 90/100 with a grade of A (excellent). This places it among the higher-performing utilities in the state. Visit our Maine state page for a full comparison of water systems.