A83/100
HOULTON WATER COMPANY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 4,735 people · Maine
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
ME0090700
Violations
10
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
2
Violations (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
TIER 3Resolved
Surface water treatment technique failure
When: July 1, 2021 – October 5, 2021Enforcement: 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 HOULTON WATER COMPANY
Is HOULTON WATER COMPANY water safe to drink?
HOULTON WATER COMPANY water receives a grade of A (83/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 31 contaminants tested, none exceed EPA legal limits. 1 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has HOULTON WATER COMPANY detected?
31 contaminants were tested in HOULTON WATER COMPANY's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does HOULTON WATER COMPANY have any EPA violations?
Yes, HOULTON WATER COMPANY has 10 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2023. Violation types include Other, MR, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does HOULTON WATER COMPANY serve?
HOULTON WATER COMPANY serves approximately 4,735 people, Maine. The system provides water to 1 community: Houlton.
What type of water does HOULTON WATER COMPANY provide?
HOULTON WATER COMPANY sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is ME0090700.
How does HOULTON WATER COMPANY compare to other utilities in Maine?
HOULTON WATER COMPANY scores 83/100 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.