Monitoring Violations ME

Summer Haven Apartments-bldg 1

EPA ID: ME0092291 · 55 people served · 7 ZIP codes

Within the five-year EPA monitoring span, Summer Haven Apartments-bldg 1 accumulated 2 violations — every finding has been resolved and the utility operates in full compliance today, supplying water to approximately 55 people without any active enforcement proceedings.

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02

C · 61
Avg Safety Score
55
People Served
7
ZIP Codes Served
2
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.002 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
2
Contaminants Flagged

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Summer Haven Apartments-bldg 1 Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$86,021
Median Household Income
32,443
Service Area Population
29%
Disadvantaged Population
50th
Poverty Percentile
90th
Energy Burden Percentile
63%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Summer Haven Apartments-bldg 1 serves a community with a median household income of $86,021 and an estimated 32,443 residents across its service area. Approximately 63% 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

Summer Haven Apartments-bldg 1'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
50th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
40th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Kennebec County, Maine rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Infrastructure Risk

49 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Unknown
Pipe Material
18 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 73% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Summer Haven Apartments-bldg 1 compares to EPA limits

Copper 1 mg/L (77% of limit)
0 EPA Limit: 1.3 mg/L

What This Means For You

Stage 1 DBP Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $857
Total Estimated Cost $2,057

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.

Cost of Inaction

If water quality issues in this service area are not addressed, the estimated financial impact per household is:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,500
10 years
$5,000
20 years
$10,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,057 (one-time) vs. $5,000 in estimated inaction costs over 10 years.

Estimates based on published EPA, CDC, and peer-reviewed research. Individual costs vary by household size, property, and health factors. These are conservative lower-bound estimates intended for awareness, not financial advice.

System Overview

Summer Haven Apartments-bldg 1 (EPA ID: ME0092291) is a community water system in Maine that serves approximately 55 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 7 ZIP codes across 3 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: C (61/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

Violation History

2 monitoring/reporting violations recorded. These are procedural violations (missed tests or late reports), not necessarily water safety issues.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
January 1, 2023 Copper Monitoring Resolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Copper Inorganic 1 No
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
04355 0.002 mg/L No N/A

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

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Summer Haven Apartments-bldg 1 (ME0092291) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Summer Haven Apartments-bldg 1 water safe to drink?

Summer Haven Apartments-bldg 1 has only monitoring/reporting violations, which are procedural in nature. The system meets federal health-based standards.

How many people does Summer Haven Apartments-bldg 1 serve?

Summer Haven Apartments-bldg 1 serves approximately 55 people across 7 ZIP codes in Maine.

Where does Summer Haven Apartments-bldg 1 get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

0
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
2
Confirmed Non-Lead

This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.

Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.

Federal Regulatory Status · 2026Q1
LCRR inventory submission: Reported all required service line types
Latest tap sample on 2022-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 55
Reported to Maine

Source: EPA SDWIS Federal Service Line Inventory (Phase 2) · Submitted 2026

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with the utility or state agency. Inventory figures render verbatim from the public LCRI submission cited above; ZipCheckup does not perform inspections or replacements.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from Summer Haven Apartments-bldg 1 safe to drink?
Summer Haven Apartments-bldg 1 has a C safety grade based on 2 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Summer Haven Apartments-bldg 1's water?
Detected contaminants include Stage 1 DBP Rule, Copper. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 1 contaminant above EPA limits, a certified water filter can provide an extra layer of protection. The best type depends on specific contaminants in your water.
How many people does Summer Haven Apartments-bldg 1 serve?
Summer Haven Apartments-bldg 1 serves approximately 55 people with drinking water across 7 ZIP codes.
What is Summer Haven Apartments-bldg 1's water source?
Summer Haven Apartments-bldg 1 draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Summer Haven Apartments-bldg 1's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.002 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Summer Haven Apartments-bldg 1's service area?
The Summer Haven Apartments-bldg 1 service area has a median household income of $86,021. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Summer Haven Apartments-bldg 1 get its water?
Summer Haven Apartments-bldg 1'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.

What You Can Do

1

Test your water

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2

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3

Contact your utility

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