A100/100
MACHIAS WATER COMPANY — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 1,390 people · Maine
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
ME0090910
Violations
0
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
This system has a clean compliance history.
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 MACHIAS WATER COMPANY
Is MACHIAS WATER COMPANY water safe to drink?
MACHIAS WATER COMPANY water receives a grade of A (100/100), which is considered excellent. 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 MACHIAS WATER COMPANY detected?
1 contaminants were tested in MACHIAS WATER COMPANY's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does MACHIAS WATER COMPANY have any EPA violations?
No, MACHIAS WATER COMPANY has zero EPA violations on record. This indicates consistent compliance with federal drinking water standards.
How many people does MACHIAS WATER COMPANY serve?
MACHIAS WATER COMPANY serves approximately 1,390 people, Maine. The system provides water to 1 community: Machias.
What type of water does MACHIAS WATER COMPANY provide?
MACHIAS WATER COMPANY sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is ME0090910.
How does MACHIAS WATER COMPANY compare to other utilities in Maine?
MACHIAS WATER COMPANY scores 100/100 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.