Salsbury Cove, ME: High Radon Risk — 40/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated 2026-06-03
Compared to ME averages, Salsbury Cove scores below the baseline — health violations appear more frequently than the norm and the city's grade reflects that ongoing shortfall.
How Salsbury Cove Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
What You Should Know About Salsbury Cove Water
- Estimated remediation: $1,200 per household.
- CDC health risk index: 13.24 — above typical levels.
Who Supplies Your Water in Salsbury Cove
For most households in Salsbury Cove, ME, tap water comes from one provider — the utility that controls the local distribution system out of 1 tracked in federal record.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Salsbury Cove, Maine, covering 1 community water system serving approximately 4,443 people.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Salsbury Cove — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Salsbury Cove: 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
Salsbury Cove water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Salsbury Cove
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04672 | D | TOWN OF BAR HARBOR- WATER DIVISION | 4,443 |
All ZIP Codes in Salsbury Cove
- 04672 [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 Salsbury Cove
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 Salsbury Cove
- 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 Salsbury Cove, ME