West Paris Water District
EPA ID: ME0091600 · 540 people served · 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for West Paris Water District (ME0091600): 1 unresolved EPA violation on record. In the most recent EPA reporting cycle, West Paris Water District carried 1 violation still marked as unresolved - each remains active in the federal enforcement ledger while the utility continues operations for its service population of approximately 540 people across the area it supplies.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for West Paris Water District Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The West Paris Water District serves a community with a median household income of $55,670 and an estimated 1,901 residents across its service area. Approximately 73% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
Environmental Justice Note: 53% 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?
West Paris 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.
Infrastructure Risk
Detected Contaminants
How West Paris Water District compares to EPA limits
What This Means For You
Stage 1 DBP Rule at 4 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.
Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 4 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.
Surface Water Treatment Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.
Lead and Copper Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.
Fecal Coliform at 1 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.
Comparable Water Systems
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Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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
West Paris Water District (EPA ID: ME0091600) is a community water system in Maine that serves approximately 540 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 04289 in West Paris.
Violation History
Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 8 resolved, 2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 1, 2025 | Surface Water Treatment Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| September 29, 2024 | Stage 1 DBP Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| September 1, 2024 | Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Health-based | Resolved |
| September 1, 2024 | Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Health-based | Unaddressed (current) |
| September 1, 2024 | Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Health-based | Resolved |
| August 1, 2024 | Fecal Coliform | Health-based | Resolved |
| July 3, 2024 | Lead and Copper Rule | Non-health-based | Resolved |
| July 1, 2024 | Stage 1 DBP Rule | Non-health-based | Archived |
| July 1, 2024 | Stage 1 DBP Rule | Non-health-based | Archived |
| June 1, 2024 | Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Health-based | Resolved |
| December 30, 2022 | Stage 1 DBP 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stage 1 DBP Rule | Treatment Failure | 4 | No |
| Consumer Confidence Report Rule | Reporting Failure | 4 | Yes |
| Surface Water Treatment Rule | Treatment Failure | 1 | No |
| Lead and Copper Rule | Treatment Failure | 1 | No |
| Fecal Coliform | Microbiological | 1 | Yes |
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.0031 mg/L | No | N/A |
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.
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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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
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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.
- 04289 - West Paris
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for West Paris Water District (ME0091600) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is West Paris Water District water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 1 current health-based noncompliance record for West Paris Water District. 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 West Paris Water District serve?
West Paris Water District serves approximately 540 people across 1 ZIP code in Maine.
Where does West Paris Water District get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
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