B79/100
OLD TOWN WATER DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 7,648 people · Maine
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
ME0091200
Violations
6
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.40 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.006 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2019.
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 OLD TOWN WATER DISTRICT
Is OLD TOWN WATER DISTRICT water safe to drink?
OLD TOWN WATER DISTRICT water receives a grade of B (79/100), which is considered good. Out of 52 contaminants tested, 1 exceed EPA legal limits. 2 contaminant(s) exceed non-enforceable health goals. The water meets federal safety standards.
What contaminants has OLD TOWN WATER DISTRICT detected?
52 contaminants were tested in OLD TOWN 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 OLD TOWN WATER DISTRICT have any EPA violations?
Yes, OLD TOWN WATER DISTRICT has 6 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2019. Violation types include MR, MCL. 1 are health-based violations.
How many people does OLD TOWN WATER DISTRICT serve?
OLD TOWN WATER DISTRICT serves approximately 7,648 people, Maine. The system provides water to 1 community: Old Town.
What type of water does OLD TOWN WATER DISTRICT provide?
OLD TOWN WATER DISTRICT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is ME0091200.
How does OLD TOWN WATER DISTRICT compare to other utilities in Maine?
OLD TOWN WATER DISTRICT scores 79/100 with a grade of B (good). This is an above-average performance for utilities statewide. Visit our Maine state page for a full comparison of water systems.