C55/100
PARIS UTILITY DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,940 people · Maine
Water Source
Groundwater
County
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System ID
ME0091230
Violations
10
Contaminant Test Results
2 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 1.43 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
Lead (90th percentile) | 0.002 mg/L | 0.015 mg/L | Above Goal |
EPA Violation History
No violations in the past 5 years
Full EPA compliance since 2018.
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 PARIS UTILITY DISTRICT
Is PARIS UTILITY DISTRICT water safe to drink?
PARIS UTILITY DISTRICT water receives a grade of C (55/100), which is considered fair. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 10 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has PARIS UTILITY DISTRICT detected?
2 contaminants were tested in PARIS UTILITY 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 PARIS UTILITY DISTRICT have any EPA violations?
Yes, PARIS UTILITY DISTRICT has 10 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2018. Violation types include RPT, MCL, Other. 6 are health-based violations.
How many people does PARIS UTILITY DISTRICT serve?
PARIS UTILITY DISTRICT serves approximately 2,940 people, Maine. The system provides water to 1 community: Paris.
What type of water does PARIS UTILITY DISTRICT provide?
PARIS UTILITY DISTRICT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is ME0091230.
How does PARIS UTILITY DISTRICT compare to other utilities in Maine?
PARIS UTILITY DISTRICT scores 55/100 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.