C46/100
WINTHROP UTILITIES DISTRICT — Water Quality Report 2026
Serving 2,750 people · Maine
Water Source
Surface Water
County
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System ID
ME0091650
Violations
15
Contaminant Test Results
1 contaminant above EPA health goals
| Contaminant | Detected | Limit (MCL) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
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 2020.
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 WINTHROP UTILITIES DISTRICT
Is WINTHROP UTILITIES DISTRICT water safe to drink?
WINTHROP UTILITIES DISTRICT water receives a grade of C (46/100), which is considered fair. 0 contaminant(s) exceed EPA legal limits and 15 violation(s) are on record. Customers may want to consider using a water filter.
What contaminants has WINTHROP UTILITIES DISTRICT detected?
1 contaminants were tested in WINTHROP UTILITIES DISTRICT's water. Notable contaminants include Lead (90th percentile). No contaminants exceed EPA legal limits. 1 exceed EPA health goals (MCLGs).
Does WINTHROP UTILITIES DISTRICT have any EPA violations?
Yes, WINTHROP UTILITIES DISTRICT has 15 EPA violation(s) on record, with the most recent in 2020. Violation types include MR, MCL, TT. 9 are health-based violations.
How many people does WINTHROP UTILITIES DISTRICT serve?
WINTHROP UTILITIES DISTRICT serves approximately 2,750 people, Maine. The system provides water to 1 community: Winthrop.
What type of water does WINTHROP UTILITIES DISTRICT provide?
WINTHROP UTILITIES 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 ME0091650.
How does WINTHROP UTILITIES DISTRICT compare to other utilities in Maine?
WINTHROP UTILITIES DISTRICT scores 46/100 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.