D28/100
SANFORD WATER DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 14,328 people · Maine
Water Source
Groundwater
County
—
System ID
ME0091410
Violations
10
Contaminant Test Results
5 contaminants above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
Copper (90th percentile) | 5.40 mg/L | 1.30 mg/L | Over Limit |
PFOA | 0.007 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
PFOS | 0.005 µg/L | 0.004 µg/L | Over Limit |
chlorate | 310.00 µg/L | — | Above Goal |
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 2014.
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 SANFORD WATER DISTRICT
Is SANFORD WATER DISTRICT water safe to drink?
SANFORD WATER DISTRICT water receives a grade of D (28/100), which is considered poor. 3 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 SANFORD WATER DISTRICT detected?
67 contaminants were tested in SANFORD WATER DISTRICT's water. Notable contaminants include Copper (90th percentile), PFOA, PFOS, Lead (90th percentile), chlorate. 3 exceed EPA legal limits (MCLs). 5 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does SANFORD WATER DISTRICT have any EPA violations?
Yes, SANFORD WATER DISTRICT has 10 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2014. Violation types include MR, MCL. 8 are health-based violations.
How many people does SANFORD WATER DISTRICT serve?
SANFORD WATER DISTRICT serves approximately 14,328 people, Maine. The system provides water to 1 community: Sanford.
What type of water does SANFORD WATER DISTRICT provide?
SANFORD WATER DISTRICT sources its water from groundwater. Groundwater is pumped from underground aquifers, which often provides natural filtration. The utility's system ID is ME0091410.
How does SANFORD WATER DISTRICT compare to other utilities in Maine?
SANFORD WATER DISTRICT scores 28/100 with a grade of D (poor). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Maine state page for a full comparison of water systems.