A84/100
MECHANIC FALLS WATER DEPT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,010 people · Maine
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
ME0090960
Violations
5
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.83 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | < 0.001 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, 2024 – July 8, 2024Enforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved
Monitoring Violation
This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.
When: June 1, 2021 – June 30, 2021Rule: Total Coliform RuleEnforcement: 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 MECHANIC FALLS WATER DEPT
Is MECHANIC FALLS WATER DEPT water safe to drink?
MECHANIC FALLS WATER DEPT water receives a grade of A (84/100), which is considered excellent. Out of 2 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has MECHANIC FALLS WATER DEPT detected?
2 contaminants were tested in MECHANIC FALLS WATER DEPT's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), Lead (90th percentile). 1 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 2 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does MECHANIC FALLS WATER DEPT have any EPA violations?
Yes, MECHANIC FALLS WATER DEPT has 5 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2024. Violation types include Other, MON, MR.
How many people does MECHANIC FALLS WATER DEPT serve?
MECHANIC FALLS WATER DEPT serves approximately 2,010 people, Maine. The system provides water to 1 community: Mechanic Falls.
What type of water does MECHANIC FALLS WATER DEPT provide?
MECHANIC FALLS WATER DEPT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is ME0090960.
How does MECHANIC FALLS WATER DEPT compare to other utilities in Maine?
MECHANIC FALLS WATER DEPT scores 84/100 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.