ZipCheckup grade for 04634: C.
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Franklin, ME (04634): PFAS Detected in Mapped Water Systems - 64/100
EPA data for Franklin Water Department
EPA records for the water systems mapped to 04634 in Franklin, ME contain 4 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 4 violations (non-health) (since 2021).
- Lead The reported 90th-percentile lead result of 0.0036 mg/L is below the EPA action level for water systems; EPA's health goal for lead is zero.
- PFAS PFAS detected in UCMR5 sampling; see the PFAS section for each compound, compared with the federal PFAS MCL where one exists.
- Radon EPA Zone 1 - highest county-level potential. This is not a home measurement; test before any threshold comparison.
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Out of every safety indicator logged for Franklin (04634), the high-priority category holds 1 - the critical category returns no results.
Score Breakdown
Overall Home Safety Score: 64/100
This is the published model score. Component and domain values are shown independently; they are not added together on this page.
Canonical components
Required domains
Coverage: 4 of 4 components and 3 of 3 domains observed.
Model 4.0.0; series home-safety-v4-cross-vertical.
Safety & Health (7) HIGH
Your Water System
ZIP code 04634 in Franklin, Maine is mapped to the water system Franklin Water Department (EPA ID: ME0090570). This system provides water to approximately 443 people from groundwater sources.
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- 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
- 04664 (Sullivan) - 7 mi - 4 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 04640 (Hancock) - 7 mi
- 04677 (Sorrento) - 9 mi
- 04605 (Ellsworth) - 9 mi - 12 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 04607 (Gouldsboro) - 12 mi - 4 violations recorded for mapped water systems
- 04672 (Salsbury Cove) - 12 mi
- 04644 (Hulls Cove) - 13 mi
- 04622 (Cherryfield) - 15 mi
- 04684 (Surry) - 15 mi
- 04609 (Bar Harbor) - 16 mi
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Franklin Water Department (ME0090570) on EPA.gov.
5 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.
PFAS Contamination Detected
PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been reported in samples from water systems associated with ZIP code 04634.
Detected compounds: PFHxA, PFBA, PFPeA, PFHxS.
Highest measured level: 0.0102 µg/L
Reverse osmosis (RO) and activated carbon block filters can reduce PFAS at the tap. Certifications list the compounds covered: an NSF/ANSI 53 or 58 claim for PFOA/PFOS does not cover every PFAS, so check that the product lists the compounds detected here.
Environmental Hazards (10) MODERATE
Home & Infrastructure (8) MODERATE
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Cost & Community (9) HIGH
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the tap water in 04634 safe to drink?
EPA SDWIS records 4 violations since 2021 across the water systems mapped to ZIP 04634 (primary system: Franklin Water Department), 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 04634's water come from?
The recorded water source for Franklin Water Department, a system mapped to ZIP code 04634, is Groundwater. This system serves approximately 443 people.
How does Franklin water compare to the national average?
Franklin's Home Safety Score ranks lower than 77% of U.S. ZIP codes, and lower than 80% of ZIP codes within Maine.
How can I get my water tested in Franklin?
If Franklin Water Department 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 04634 tap water?
The Lead and Copper Rule record selected for 04634 reports a 90th-percentile lead result of 0.0036 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 04634?
04634 is mapped to a county in EPA Radon Zone 1 (high county-level radon potential; EPA recommends testing every home), located in Hancock County. EPA radon zones range from Zone 1 (highest county-level potential) to Zone 3 (lowest). Testing your home is recommended regardless of zone.
Are there PFAS (forever chemicals) in 04634's water?
Yes, PFAS have been detected in samples from water systems mapped to 04634. Reverse osmosis and activated carbon filters certified to NSF/ANSI 53 or 58 specifically for PFOA/PFOS reduction can reduce PFAS.
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (2026). Franklin, ME (04634): PFAS Detected in Mapped Water Systems - 64/100. https://zipcheckup.com/report/04634/
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Page version: October 2026.
Nearby ZIP Code Reports
Water quality comparison for ZIP codes near 04634
| ZIP Code | City, State | Distance | Grade | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04664 | Sullivan, ME | 7.1 mi | N/A | 4 |
| 04640 | Hancock, ME | 7.2 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 04677 | Sorrento, ME | 8.7 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 04605 | Ellsworth, ME | 9.2 mi | C | 12 |
| 04607 | Gouldsboro, ME | 12.0 mi | N/A | 4 |
| 04672 | Salsbury Cove, ME | 12.5 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 04644 | Hulls Cove, ME | 13.1 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 04622 | Cherryfield, ME | 14.7 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 04684 | Surry, ME | 15.5 mi | N/A | 0 |
| 04609 | Bar Harbor, ME | 16.2 mi | C | 0 |
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