C40/100
ORONO-VEAZIE WATER DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 5,793 people · Maine
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
ME0091210
Violations
17
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.92 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.010 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 ORONO-VEAZIE WATER DISTRICT
Is ORONO-VEAZIE WATER DISTRICT water safe to drink?
ORONO-VEAZIE WATER DISTRICT water receives a grade of C (40/100), which is considered fair. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 17 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has ORONO-VEAZIE WATER DISTRICT detected?
32 contaminants were tested in ORONO-VEAZIE 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 ORONO-VEAZIE WATER DISTRICT have any EPA violations?
Yes, ORONO-VEAZIE WATER DISTRICT has 17 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2019. Violation types include Other, MR, MCL. 8 are health-based violations.
How many people does ORONO-VEAZIE WATER DISTRICT serve?
ORONO-VEAZIE WATER DISTRICT serves approximately 5,793 people, Maine. The system provides water to 1 community: Orono.
What type of water does ORONO-VEAZIE WATER DISTRICT provide?
ORONO-VEAZIE WATER DISTRICT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is ME0091210.
How does ORONO-VEAZIE WATER DISTRICT compare to other utilities in Maine?
ORONO-VEAZIE WATER DISTRICT scores 40/100 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.