Scarborough Gardens
EPA ID: ME0091416 · 45 people served · 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA records for Scarborough Gardens (ME0091416): 2 violations on record since 2021. Every entry among the 2 violations in EPA records for Scarborough Gardens has a resolved status in the data; this utility delivers water to about 45 people.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Scarborough Gardens Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Demographics of ZIP Codes Served
The ZIP codes associated with Scarborough Gardens have a median household income of $125,642 and about 22,527 residents live in those ZIP codes (Census; not the number of people this system supplies). Approximately 48% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Scarborough Gardens's water is classified in EPA records as a groundwater source. 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.
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
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System Overview
Scarborough Gardens (EPA ID: ME0091416) is a community water system in Maine that serves approximately 45 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 04074 in Scarborough.
Violation History
Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 2 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 0 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| December 30, 2021 | Lead and Copper Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| July 1, 2021 | Consumer Confidence Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
Contaminants Detected
The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:
| Contaminant | Category | Violations | Health-Based |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lead and Copper Rule | Monitoring & Reporting | 1 | No |
| Consumer Confidence Rule | Other (notice or report rule) | 1 | No |
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| Below the reporting limit | No | 2025-12-31 |
The accepted LCR snapshot contains 1 reported copper action-level exceedance record for this PWSID. The source does not provide a verified copper level for publication.
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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.
- 04074 - Scarborough
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Scarborough Gardens (ME0091416) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Scarborough Gardens water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Scarborough Gardens; its 2 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.
How many people does Scarborough Gardens serve?
Scarborough Gardens serves approximately 45 people across 1 ZIP code in Maine.
Where does Scarborough Gardens get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
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How to cite this page
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