Orono, ME (04469): 1 Violation Recorded for Mapped Water Systems
EPA data combined for 2 water systems mapped to this ZIP (largest mapped system: Orono-veazie Water District)
EPA records for the water systems mapped to 04469 in Orono, ME contain 1 recorded violations for inclusive record years 2021 through 2026, all mapped systems combined; 0 are marked health-based.
Data source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) SDWIS
At a Glance
- Water EPA records for water systems mapped to this ZIP show 1 violation (non-health) (since 2021).
- Lead The reported 90th-percentile lead result of 0.01 mg/L is below the EPA action level, but EPA's health goal for lead is zero; filtration is advisable.
- Radon EPA Zone 1 - highest county-level potential. This is not a home measurement; test before any threshold comparison.
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Safety & Health (6) HIGH
Your Water System
ZIP code 04469 in Orono, Maine is mapped to the water system Orono-veazie Water District (EPA ID: ME0091210). This system provides water to approximately 5,793 people from groundwater sources.
There are 2 community water systems serving this area.
Lead & Copper in Your Water
The EPA requires water systems to monitor lead and copper levels under the Lead and Copper Rule.
| Metal | Measured Level | EPA Action Level | Status | Sample Date or Period |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Copper | Action-level exceedance on record | 1.3 mg/L | Exceeds action level | Not present in ZipCheckup accepted source data |
Water Systems Serving This Area
| System Name | EPA ID | Population | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orono-veazie Water District | ME0091210 | 5,793 | Groundwater |
| Old Town Water District | ME0091200 | 7,648 | Groundwater |
Other Water Quality Reports in Maine
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- 03905 (Kittery Point)
- 03906 (North Berwick) - 23 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 03907 (Ogunquit) - 1 violation recorded for mapped water systems
- 03908 (South Berwick)
- 03909 (York)
- 03910 (York Beach)
- 03911 (York Harbor)
- 04001 (Acton)
- 04002 (Alfred)
- 04003 (Bailey Island)
- 04004 (Bar Mills)
- 04005 (Biddeford) - 2 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 04006 (Biddeford Pool) - 2 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 04007 (Biddeford)
- 04008 (Bowdoinham)
- 04009 (Bridgton) - 8 violations recorded for mapped water systems
Nearby Water Quality Reports
- 04461 (Milford) - 4 mi
- 04468 (Old Town) - 5 mi
- 04418 (Greenbush) - 5 mi
- 04411 (Bradley) - 7 mi
- 04489 (Stillwater) - 7 mi
- 04473 (Orono) - 9 mi - 1 violation recorded for mapped water systems
- 04449 (Hudson) - 12 mi
- 04475 (Passadumkeag) - 13 mi
- 04401 (Bangor) - 15 mi - 5 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 04428 (Eddington) - 15 mi - 7 violations recorded for mapped water systems
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Orono-veazie Water District (ME0091210) on EPA.gov.
4 of the top compounds applied across the surrounding county in USGS pesticide-use estimates appear on EPA drinking-water monitoring lists. See the agricultural pesticide-use section.
Environmental Hazards (9) MODERATE
Home & Infrastructure (4) OK
Cost & Community (6) OK
CPSC product recall notices
These national notices are not matched to this ZIP code or water system.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the tap water in 04469 safe to drink?
EPA SDWIS records 1 violation since 2021 across the water systems mapped to ZIP 04469 (primary system: Orono-veazie Water District), including 0 health-based. The violation table above shows which system each record belongs to. ZipCheckup last updated this page in July 2026. The federal source release date is unavailable, so that month is not presented as source currency.
Where does 04469's water come from?
The recorded water source for Orono-veazie Water District, a system mapped to ZIP code 04469, is Groundwater. This system serves approximately 5,793 people.
How can I get my water tested in Orono?
If Orono-veazie Water District supplies your home, contact it for its Consumer Confidence Report; otherwise contact the water utility that serves your address, or hire a certified lab for independent home water testing. The EPA recommends annual testing if you use a private well.
Is lead a concern in 04469 tap water?
The Lead and Copper Rule record selected for 04469 reports a 90th-percentile lead result of 0.01 mg/L for a water system mapped to this ZIP (record date 2025-12-31). The EPA action level is 0.015 mg/L. This result is below the EPA action level; it does not show the lead level in each home.
What is the radon risk for 04469?
04469 is mapped to a county in EPA Radon Zone 1 (high county-level radon potential; EPA recommends testing every home), located in Penobscot County. EPA radon zones range from Zone 1 (highest county-level potential) to Zone 3 (lowest). Testing your home is recommended regardless of zone.
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (2026). Orono, ME (04469): 1 Violation Recorded for Mapped Water Systems. https://zipcheckup.com/report/04469/
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Page version: October 2026.
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Water quality comparison for ZIP codes near 04469
| ZIP Code | City, State | Distance | Grade | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04461 | Milford, ME | 4.4 mi | C | 0 |
| 04468 | Old Town, ME | 4.6 mi | C | 0 |
| 04418 | Greenbush, ME | 5.4 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 04411 | Bradley, ME | 7.0 mi | C | 0 |
| 04489 | Stillwater, ME | 7.0 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 04473 | Orono, ME | 9.0 mi | C | 1 |
| 04449 | Hudson, ME | 12.5 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 04475 | Passadumkeag, ME | 12.6 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 04401 | Bangor, ME | 14.6 mi | C | 5 |
| 04428 | Eddington, ME | 14.8 mi | C | 7 |
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