A96/100
NORWAY WATER DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,000 people · Maine
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
ME0091180
Violations
1
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
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2005.
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 NORWAY WATER DISTRICT
Is NORWAY WATER DISTRICT water safe to drink?
NORWAY WATER DISTRICT water receives a grade of A (96/100), 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 NORWAY WATER DISTRICT detected?
1 contaminants were tested in NORWAY WATER DISTRICT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does NORWAY WATER DISTRICT have any EPA violations?
Yes, NORWAY WATER DISTRICT has 1 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2005. Violation types include MR.
How many people does NORWAY WATER DISTRICT serve?
NORWAY WATER DISTRICT serves approximately 2,000 people, Maine. The system provides water to 1 community: Norway.
What type of water does NORWAY WATER DISTRICT provide?
NORWAY WATER DISTRICT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is ME0091180.
How does NORWAY WATER DISTRICT compare to other utilities in Maine?
NORWAY WATER DISTRICT scores 96/100 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.