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VINALHAVEN WATER DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026

Serving 1,053 people · Maine

Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
ME0091550
Violations
45

Contaminant Test Results

2 contaminants above EPA health goals
ContaminantDetectedLimit (MCL)Status
Copper (90th percentile)
1.47 mg/L1.30 mg/LOver Limit
Lead (90th percentile)
0.002 mg/L0.015 mg/LAbove Goal

EPA Violation History

10

Violations (last 5yr)

8

Unresolved

7

Health-Related

TIER 3Unresolved

Failed to complete routine monitoring

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: September 1, 2025 – September 30, 2025Rule: Surface Water Treatment RuleVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 2Unresolved

Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)

When: April 1, 2025 – June 30, 2025Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issuedVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 2Unresolved

Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)

When: January 1, 2025 – March 31, 2025Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issuedVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 2Unresolved

Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)

When: October 1, 2024 – December 31, 2024Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issuedVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 2Unresolved

Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)

When: July 1, 2024 – September 30, 2024Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issuedVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 2Unresolved

Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)

When: April 1, 2024 – June 30, 2024Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issuedVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 2Unresolved

Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)

When: January 1, 2024 – March 31, 2024Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issuedVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 2Unresolved

Exceeded the Maximum Contaminant Level (running average)

When: October 1, 2023 – December 31, 2023Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Formal — state order issuedVerify on EPA.gov
TIER 3Resolved

Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: January 1, 2022 – March 18, 2022Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway
TIER 3Resolved

Failed Level 2 Assessment under Revised Total Coliform Rule

This is a paperwork/process violation — it does not mean a contaminant was detected at unsafe levels.

When: January 1, 2022 – March 18, 2022Rule: Stage 2 DBPREnforcement: Resolving — corrective action underway

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 VINALHAVEN WATER DISTRICT

Is VINALHAVEN WATER DISTRICT water safe to drink?

VINALHAVEN WATER DISTRICT water receives a grade of F (0/100), which is considered failing. 1 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 45 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.

What contaminants has VINALHAVEN WATER DISTRICT detected?

32 contaminants were tested in VINALHAVEN 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 VINALHAVEN WATER DISTRICT have any EPA violations?

Yes, VINALHAVEN WATER DISTRICT has 45 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2025. Violation types include MR, MCL, TT. 36 are health-based violations.

How many people does VINALHAVEN WATER DISTRICT serve?

VINALHAVEN WATER DISTRICT serves approximately 1,053 people, Maine. The system provides water to 1 community: Vinalhaven.

What type of water does VINALHAVEN WATER DISTRICT provide?

VINALHAVEN WATER DISTRICT sources its water from surface water. Surface water comes from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs and typically requires more extensive treatment. The utility's system ID is ME0091550.

How does VINALHAVEN WATER DISTRICT compare to other utilities in Maine?

VINALHAVEN WATER DISTRICT scores 0/100 with a grade of F (failing). This score suggests significant water quality concerns relative to other utilities. Visit our Maine state page for a full comparison of water systems.

Cities Served

Vinalhaven