Water System Report ME

Pine Ridge Village

EPA ID: ME0004250 · 85 people served · 5 ZIP codes

Zero EPA violations over five years — Pine Ridge Village has kept tap water compliance clean for its full service population of 85.

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02

D · 53
Avg Safety Score
85
People Served
5
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0006 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$218K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Pine Ridge Village Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade D

Service Area Demographics

$70,466
Median Household Income
13,813
Service Area Population
23%
Disadvantaged Population
54th
Poverty Percentile
90th
Energy Burden Percentile
59%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Pine Ridge Village serves a community with a median household income of $70,466 and an estimated 13,813 residents across its service area. Approximately 59% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Pine Ridge Village's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.

Low Risk
Source Contamination Risk
26th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
32th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 2% of homes in Oxford County, Maine rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Infrastructure Risk

43 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
27 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 61% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Maine

C 1 violation
0 violations
D 0 violations
0 violations
C 10 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $720
Total Estimated Cost $1,920

Based on national averages for common remediation projects. Actual costs vary by property. Only issues flagged by EPA, FEMA, or state data for each ZIP code are included.

System Overview

Pine Ridge Village (EPA ID: ME0004250) is a community water system in Maine that serves approximately 85 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 5 ZIP codes across 5 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: D (53/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
04363 0.0006 mg/L No N/A

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 1 (High Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

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ZIP Codes Served

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Pine Ridge Village (ME0004250) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pine Ridge Village water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Pine Ridge Village has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Pine Ridge Village serve?

Pine Ridge Village serves approximately 85 people across 5 ZIP codes in Maine.

Where does Pine Ridge Village get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

0
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
35
Confirmed Non-Lead

This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.

Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.

Federal Regulatory Status · 2026Q1
LCRR inventory submission: Reported all required service line types
Latest tap sample on 2021-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 85
Reported to Maine

Source: EPA SDWIS Federal Service Line Inventory (Phase 2) · Submitted 2026

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with the utility or state agency. Inventory figures render verbatim from the public LCRI submission cited above; ZipCheckup does not perform inspections or replacements.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Pine Ridge Village safe to drink?
Pine Ridge Village has a D safety grade based on 0 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
Should I use a water filter?
Pine Ridge Village meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Pine Ridge Village serve?
Pine Ridge Village serves approximately 85 people with drinking water across 5 ZIP codes.
What is Pine Ridge Village's water source?
Pine Ridge Village draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Pine Ridge Village's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0006 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Pine Ridge Village's service area?
The Pine Ridge Village service area has a median household income of $70,466. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Pine Ridge Village get its water?
Pine Ridge Village's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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