B76/100
GUILFORD-SANGERVILLE UTILITIES DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,535 people · Maine
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
ME0090640
Violations
9
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.003 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
4
Violations (last 5yr)
0
Unresolved
1
Health-Related
TIER 2Resolved
Consumer confidence report — content deficiency
When: January 1, 2024 – April 5, 2024Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring / Reporting Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: July 1, 2023 – December 31, 2023Rule: Ground Water RuleEnforcement: 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: January 1, 2023 – December 31, 2023Rule: 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: January 1, 2023 – December 31, 2023Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: 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 GUILFORD-SANGERVILLE UTILITIES DISTRICT
Is GUILFORD-SANGERVILLE UTILITIES DISTRICT water safe to drink?
GUILFORD-SANGERVILLE UTILITIES DISTRICT water receives a grade of B (76/100), which is considered good. Out of 1 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has GUILFORD-SANGERVILLE UTILITIES DISTRICT detected?
1 contaminants were tested in GUILFORD-SANGERVILLE UTILITIES DISTRICT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does GUILFORD-SANGERVILLE UTILITIES DISTRICT have any EPA violations?
Yes, GUILFORD-SANGERVILLE UTILITIES DISTRICT has 9 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include TT, MR, MCL. 3 are health-based violations.
How many people does GUILFORD-SANGERVILLE UTILITIES DISTRICT serve?
GUILFORD-SANGERVILLE UTILITIES DISTRICT serves approximately 1,535 people, Maine. The system provides water to 4 communities: Abbot, Guilford, Parkman, Sangerville.
What type of water does GUILFORD-SANGERVILLE UTILITIES DISTRICT provide?
GUILFORD-SANGERVILLE UTILITIES DISTRICT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is ME0090640.
How does GUILFORD-SANGERVILLE UTILITIES DISTRICT compare to other utilities in Maine?
GUILFORD-SANGERVILLE UTILITIES DISTRICT scores 76/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our Maine state page for a full comparison of water systems.