Water System Report ME

Winterport Water District

EPA ID: ME0091640 · 763 people served · 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Winterport Water District (ME0091640): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Federal monitoring spanning five full years has produced zero violations at Winterport Water District - a clean record across every reporting cycle for a utility serving approximately 763 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

763
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.00054 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged
$243K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$103,938
Median Household Income
3,839
Service Area Population
25%
Disadvantaged Population
60th
Poverty Percentile
90th
Energy Burden Percentile
51%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Winterport Water District serves a community with a median household income of $103,938 and an estimated 3,839 residents across its service area. Approximately 51% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Winterport 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
20th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
40th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

42 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
28 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 60% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Water Filtration Radon Mitigation
Water Filtration $600
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $1,000

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

Winterport Water District (EPA ID: ME0091640) is a community water system in Maine that serves approximately 763 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 04496 in Winterport.

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
0.00054 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 2 (Moderate 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 Winterport Water District (ME0091640) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Winterport Water District water safe to drink?

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

Winterport Water District serves approximately 763 people across 1 ZIP code in Maine.

Where does Winterport Water District get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Winterport 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 Winterport Water District serve?
Winterport Water District serves approximately 763 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Winterport Water District's water source?
Winterport Water District draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Winterport Water District's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.00054 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Winterport Water District's service area?
The Winterport Water District service area has a median household income of $103,938. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Winterport Water District get its water?
Winterport 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

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