Water System Report ME

Winthrop Utilities District

EPA ID: ME0091650 ยท 2,750 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Winthrop Utilities District (ME0091650): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. EPA monitoring data for Winthrop Utilities District shows an unblemished five-year compliance history - no violations of any kind have been recorded for this utility, which supplies water to approximately 2,750 people, covering every reporting cycle without a single MCL exceedance or monitoring lapse.

Data: EPA SDWIS

2,750
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0.0017 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk ยท High
0
Contaminants Flagged
$273K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Winthrop Utilities District Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$82,858
Median Household Income
6,153
Service Area Population
29%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
90th
Energy Burden Percentile
67%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Winthrop Utilities District serves a community with a median household income of $82,858 and an estimated 6,153 residents across its service area. Approximately 67% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Winthrop Utilities District'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

Infrastructure Risk

54 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
16 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 77% of expected lifespan used End of life

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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 $1,200
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $2,700

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

Winthrop Utilities District (EPA ID: ME0091650) is a community water system in Maine that serves approximately 2,750 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 04364 in Winthrop.

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
0.0017 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 $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking โ€” 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 Winthrop Utilities District (ME0091650) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Winthrop Utilities District water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Winthrop Utilities 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 Winthrop Utilities District serve?

Winthrop Utilities District serves approximately 2,750 people across 1 ZIP code in Maine.

Where does Winthrop Utilities District get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Winthrop Utilities District meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Winthrop Utilities District serve?
Winthrop Utilities District serves approximately 2,750 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Winthrop Utilities District's water source?
Winthrop Utilities District draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Winthrop Utilities District's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0017 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Winthrop Utilities District's service area?
The Winthrop Utilities District 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 Winthrop Utilities District get its water?
Winthrop Utilities District'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.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Winthrop Utilities District Water Quality Report, ME. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/me0091650/
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