Water System Report ME

Norridgewock Water District

EPA ID: ME0091110 · 1,055 people served · 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Norridgewock Water District (ME0091110): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Norridgewock Water District carries zero EPA violations in five years - a spotless record for a utility serving 1,055 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

1,055
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.00187 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$187K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Norridgewock Water District Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$66,099
Median Household Income
4,090
Service Area Population
94%
Disadvantaged Population
80th
Poverty Percentile
90th
Energy Burden Percentile
54%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Norridgewock Water District serves a community with a median household income of $66,099 and an estimated 4,090 residents across its service area. Approximately 54% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 94% 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.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Norridgewock Water District'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
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
30th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

40 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
30 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 57% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,800
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Total Estimated Cost $3,000

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

Norridgewock Water District (EPA ID: ME0091110) is a community water system in Maine that serves approximately 1,055 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 04957 in Norridgewock.

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
0.00187 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 $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — 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 Norridgewock Water District (ME0091110) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Norridgewock Water District water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Norridgewock Water District 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 Norridgewock Water District serve?

Norridgewock Water District serves approximately 1,055 people across 1 ZIP code in Maine.

Where does Norridgewock Water District get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Norridgewock Water District meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Norridgewock Water District serve?
Norridgewock Water District serves approximately 1,055 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Norridgewock Water District's water source?
Norridgewock Water District draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Norridgewock Water District's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00187 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Norridgewock Water District's service area?
The Norridgewock Water District service area has a median household income of $66,099. EPA EJScreen data classifies 94% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Norridgewock Water District get its water?
Norridgewock Water District'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.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Norridgewock Water District Water Quality Report, ME. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/me0091110/
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