Water System Report ME

Maine Water Company Freeport Division

EPA ID: ME0090580 ยท 2,700 people served ยท 4 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Maine Water Company Freeport Division (ME0090580): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Maine Water Company Freeport Division carries zero EPA violations in five years - a spotless record for a utility serving 2,700 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

2,700
People Served
4
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
Zone 1
Radon Risk ยท High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$508K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Maine Water Company Freeport Division Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$127,349
Median Household Income
17,850
Service Area Population
11%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
61%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Maine Water Company Freeport Division serves a community with a median household income of $127,349 and an estimated 17,850 residents across its service area. Approximately 61% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Maine Water Company Freeport Division'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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
20th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
60th
Superfund Site Proximity

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

65 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
19 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 77% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 5 detections recorded. 1 exceeds federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS).

State limits: PFOA: 0.02 ppt, PFOS: 0.02 ppt
Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter โ†’

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,200
PFAS Treatment $150
Total Estimated Cost $2,550

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.

Cost of Inaction

If water quality issues in this service area are not addressed, the estimated financial impact per household is:

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,550 (one-time) vs. $330 in estimated inaction costs over 10 years.

Estimates based on published EPA, CDC, and peer-reviewed research. Individual costs vary by household size, property, and health factors. These are conservative lower-bound estimates intended for awareness, not financial advice.

System Overview

Maine Water Company Freeport Division (EPA ID: ME0090580) is a community water system in Maine that serves approximately 2,700 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 4 ZIP codes across 4 communities.

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0 mg/L No N/A

No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.

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.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking โ€” this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: Service area ZIP codes sourced from EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 (March 2026 release). These ZIPs reflect the actual deployment footprint recorded by ME or modeled from parcel and building-footprint data.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Maine Water Company Freeport Division (ME0090580) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Maine Water Company Freeport Division water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Maine Water Company Freeport Division in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.

How many people does Maine Water Company Freeport Division serve?

Maine Water Company Freeport Division serves approximately 2,700 people across 4 ZIP codes in Maine.

Where does Maine Water Company Freeport Division get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Maine Water Company Freeport Division meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Maine Water Company Freeport Division serve?
Maine Water Company Freeport Division serves approximately 2,700 people with drinking water across 4 ZIP codes.
What is Maine Water Company Freeport Division's water source?
Maine Water Company Freeport Division draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Maine Water Company Freeport Division's service area?
The Maine Water Company Freeport Division service area has a median household income of $127,349. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Maine Water Company Freeport Division get its water?
Maine Water Company Freeport Division'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. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

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