Current Health-Based Noncompliance ME 2 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Sunny Gables- Glenburn Housing

EPA ID: ME0090615 ยท 60 people served ยท 2 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Sunny Gables- Glenburn Housing (ME0090615): 1 unresolved EPA violation on record. The EPA enforcement database lists 1 active violation for Sunny Gables- Glenburn Housing - a provider that delivers drinking water to approximately 60 people and has not yet formally resolved those findings.

Data: EPA SDWIS

60
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
2
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0032 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk ยท High
2
Contaminants Flagged
$192K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Sunny Gables- Glenburn Housing Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$72,027
Median Household Income
45,724
Service Area Population
43%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
58%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Sunny Gables- Glenburn Housing serves a community with a median household income of $72,027 and an estimated 45,724 residents across its service area. Approximately 58% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 43% of the population in this service area is classified as disadvantaged under EPA's EJScreen criteria. Communities with higher disadvantaged populations often face disproportionate environmental and health burdens, including aging water infrastructure and limited resources for remediation.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Sunny Gables- Glenburn Housing'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.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
10th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
30th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

55 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
13 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 81% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Sunny Gables- Glenburn Housing compares to EPA limits

Lead 1 mg/L (action level) (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.015 mg/L (action level)
Brain damage in children, kidney & blood pressure in adults

What This Means For You

Lead at 1 mg/L (action level) exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.015 mg/L (action level). Brain damage in children, kidney & blood pressure in adults. Consider reverse osmosis filtration.

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Lead was detected in this water system. reverse osmosis filtration can reduce exposure.

Find a certified water filter โ†’

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance Water Filtration
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,200
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $2,700

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:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,500
10 years
$5,000
20 years
$10,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,700 (one-time) vs. $5,000 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

Sunny Gables- Glenburn Housing (EPA ID: ME0090615) is a community water system in Maine that serves approximately 60 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

Violation History

1 current health-based noncompliance record in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 1 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 1 unaddressed. Under this source contract, current noncompliance is the sum of addressed and unaddressed records. Archived and resolved records are excluded from current noncompliance.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
March 1, 2026 Lead Health-based Resolved
July 1, 2025 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Health-based Unaddressed (current)

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Lead Inorganic 1 Yes
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 1 Yes

Health Risk Details

Lead (EPA limit: 0.015 mg/L (action level))

Brain damage in children, kidney & blood pressure in adults At-risk groups: infants, children under 6, pregnant women.

Removal methods: reverse osmosis, distillation, certified carbon block filter (NSF/ANSI 53). Find the right filter โ†’

Lead & Copper

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

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0.0032 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 Sunny Gables- Glenburn Housing (ME0090615) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sunny Gables- Glenburn Housing water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 1 current health-based noncompliance record for Sunny Gables- Glenburn Housing. Review the utility's current notices and EPA record. This system-level compliance history cannot determine conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Sunny Gables- Glenburn Housing serve?

Sunny Gables- Glenburn Housing serves approximately 60 people across 2 ZIP codes in Maine.

Where does Sunny Gables- Glenburn Housing get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Sunny Gables- Glenburn Housing's water?
Detected contaminants include Lead, Consumer Confidence Report Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 2 contaminants above EPA limits, a certified water filter can provide an extra layer of protection. The best type depends on specific contaminants in your water.
How many people does Sunny Gables- Glenburn Housing serve?
Sunny Gables- Glenburn Housing serves approximately 60 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Sunny Gables- Glenburn Housing's water source?
Sunny Gables- Glenburn Housing draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Sunny Gables- Glenburn Housing's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0032 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Sunny Gables- Glenburn Housing's service area?
The Sunny Gables- Glenburn Housing service area has a median household income of $72,027. EPA EJScreen data classifies 43% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Sunny Gables- Glenburn Housing get its water?
Sunny Gables- Glenburn Housing'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 the exported violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is classified as elevated.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Sunny Gables- Glenburn Housing (ME): 2 Health Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/me0090615/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

Home test kits can detect lead, bacteria, and other contaminants at your tap. Find the right filter โ†’

2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report โ†’

3

Contact your utility

Sunny Gables- Glenburn Housing (EPA ID: ME0090615) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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