Water System Report ME

Monmouth Water Association

EPA ID: ME0091020 · 588 people served · 3 ZIP codes

Federal monitoring spanning five full years has produced zero violations at Monmouth Water Association — a clean record across every reporting cycle for a utility serving approximately 588 residents.

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

C · 55
Avg Safety Score
588
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.0015 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$273K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Monmouth Water Association Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$82,858
Median Household Income
10,291
Service Area Population
29%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
90th
Energy Burden Percentile
60%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Monmouth Water Association serves a community with a median household income of $82,858 and an estimated 10,291 residents across its service area. Approximately 60% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Monmouth Water Association's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
50th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
40th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Kennebec 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

45 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
25 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 64% of expected lifespan used End of life

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Maine

D 1 violation
0 violations
D 2 violations
D 6 violations

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 $800
Water Filtration $100
Total Estimated Cost $2,100

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

Monmouth Water Association (EPA ID: ME0091020) is a community water system in Maine that serves approximately 588 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: C (55/100)

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
04259 0.0015 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

Coverage: 1 ZIP code confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 2 additional ZIPs inferred from SDWIS registry data. The EPA-confirmed set is the most reliable; SDWIS-inferred entries may be narrower than the real deployment area.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Monmouth Water Association (ME0091020) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Monmouth Water Association water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Monmouth Water Association has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Monmouth Water Association serve?

Monmouth Water Association serves approximately 588 people across 3 ZIP codes in Maine.

Where does Monmouth Water Association get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

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
250
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 2023-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 588
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 Monmouth Water Association safe to drink?
Monmouth Water Association has a C safety grade based on 0 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
Should I use a water filter?
Monmouth Water Association meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Monmouth Water Association serve?
Monmouth Water Association serves approximately 588 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Monmouth Water Association's water source?
Monmouth Water Association draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Monmouth Water Association's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0015 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Monmouth Water Association's service area?
The Monmouth Water Association service area has a median household income of $82,858. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Monmouth Water Association get its water?
Monmouth Water Association's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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Monmouth Water Association (EPA ID: ME0091020) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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