Fort Kent Mills, ME: High Radon Risk — 40/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated 2026-06-04
Within Fort Kent Mills, water quality data indicates below-average safety by ME standards — independent testing is a reasonable precaution for residents whose systems show active violations.
How Fort Kent Mills Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-04
What You Should Know About Fort Kent Mills Water
- Estimated remediation: $1,200 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 16.17 — above typical levels.
Who Supplies Your Water in Fort Kent Mills
Fort Kent Mills, ME draws its water from one primary utility across 1 tracked system.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Fort Kent Mills, Maine, covering 1 community water system serving approximately 1,578 people.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Fort Kent Mills — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Fort Kent Mills: D (40/100)
The score combines three factors:
| Factor | What It Measures |
|---|---|
| Water Quality | EPA violations and compliance history |
| Lead Levels | 90th percentile lead concentration vs EPA action level |
| Radon Risk | EPA radon zone classification |
Water Sources
Fort Kent Mills water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Fort Kent Mills
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 1 (High Risk)
The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.
Areas with No Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | System | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04744 | D | FORT KENT W & W DEPARTMENT | 1,578 |
All ZIP Codes in Fort Kent Mills
- 04744 [D]
Data Sources
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- Lead/copper: EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data
- Radon: EPA Map of Radon Zones
Updated daily.
Health Outcomes in Fort Kent Mills
Source: CDC PLACES (County-level estimates). Water contamination can correlate with respiratory and chronic health conditions.
Compared to National Average
Vertical line = national average. ■ Above national · ■ Below national
What You Can Do in Fort Kent Mills
- Test your water at home. City-level data shows averages — your tap may differ. NSF-certified test kits cost $20-40 and give results in days.
- Install a certified water filter. An NSF-certified pitcher or under-sink filter removes most common contaminants.
- Check your home's plumbing. Homes built before 1986 may have lead solder in pipes. A licensed plumber can assess your risk.
- Review your water system's CCR. Your utility publishes an annual Consumer Confidence Report with detailed test results. Request it or find it online.
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Fort Kent Mills, ME