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LUBEC WATER DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026

Serving 1,775 people · Maine

Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
ME0090900
Violations
13

Contaminant Test Results

2 contaminants above EPA health goals
ContaminantDetectedLimit (MCL)Status
Copper (90th percentile)
1.40 mg/L1.30 mg/LOver Limit
Lead (90th percentile)
< 0.001 mg/L0.015 mg/LAbove Goal

EPA Violation History

4

Violations (last 5yr)

1

Unresolved

0

Health-Related

TIER 3Unresolved

Failed to conduct Level 1 Assessment

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: August 1, 2024Rule: Consumer Confidence RuleEnforcement: Informal — resolved cooperativelyVerify on EPA.gov
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
TIER 3Resolved

Exceeded the MCL for disinfection byproducts

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: January 1, 2022 – December 31, 2022Enforcement: 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 LUBEC WATER DISTRICT

Is LUBEC WATER DISTRICT water safe to drink?

LUBEC WATER DISTRICT water receives a grade of C (52/100), which is considered fair. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 13 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.

What contaminants has LUBEC WATER DISTRICT detected?

2 contaminants were tested in LUBEC WATER DISTRICT's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).

Does LUBEC WATER DISTRICT have any EPA violations?

Yes, LUBEC WATER DISTRICT has 13 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include MR, MCL. 6 are health-based violations.

How many people does LUBEC WATER DISTRICT serve?

LUBEC WATER DISTRICT serves approximately 1,775 people, Maine. The system provides water to 1 community: Lubec.

What type of water does LUBEC WATER DISTRICT provide?

LUBEC WATER DISTRICT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is ME0090900.

How does LUBEC WATER DISTRICT compare to other utilities in Maine?

LUBEC WATER DISTRICT scores 52/100 with a grade of C (fair). This score indicates room for improvement compared to other utilities. Visit our Maine state page for a full comparison of water systems.

Cities Served

Lubec