Monitoring Violations ME

Lake St George Apartments

EPA ID: ME0092299 · 45 people served · 4 ZIP codes

Over the tracked period, Lake St George Apartments logged 1 EPA violation — each has been remedied, and the system now supplies 45 people in good standing.

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

C · 63
Avg Safety Score
45
People Served
4
ZIP Codes Served
1
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0019 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
1
Contaminants Flagged
$209K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Lake St George Apartments Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$69,955
Median Household Income
7,242
Service Area Population
26%
Disadvantaged Population
58th
Poverty Percentile
90th
Energy Burden Percentile
58%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Lake St George Apartments serves a community with a median household income of $69,955 and an estimated 7,242 residents across its service area. Approximately 58% 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

Lake St George Apartments'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
27th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
40th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 2% of homes in Waldo 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

48 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
22 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 69% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Lake St George Apartments compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

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

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Maine

D 7 violations
0 violations
C 1 violation
Spinsfield Commons
45 people
0 violations
C 1 violation

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance
Radon Mitigation $600
Flood Insurance $300
Total Estimated Cost $900

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 $900 (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

LAKE ST GEORGE APARTMENTS (EPA ID: ME0092299) is a community water system in Maine that serves approximately 45 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 4 ZIP codes across 4 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: C (63/100)

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

Violation History

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

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 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
04949 0.0019 mg/L No N/A

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.

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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

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 Lake St George Apartments (ME0092299) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lake St George Apartments water safe to drink?

Lake St George Apartments has only monitoring/reporting violations, which are procedural in nature. The system meets federal health-based standards.

How many people does Lake St George Apartments serve?

Lake St George Apartments serves approximately 45 people across 4 ZIP codes in Maine.

Where does Lake St George Apartments 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
3
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: 45
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 Lake St George Apartments safe to drink?
Lake St George Apartments has a C safety grade based on 1 recorded violation. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Lake St George Apartments's water?
Detected contaminants include Stage 1 DBP Rule. 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 Lake St George Apartments serve?
Lake St George Apartments serves approximately 45 people with drinking water across 4 ZIP codes.
What is Lake St George Apartments's water source?
Lake St George Apartments draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Lake St George Apartments's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0019 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Lake St George Apartments's service area?
The Lake St George Apartments service area has a median household income of $69,955. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Lake St George Apartments get its water?
Lake St George Apartments'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

Check your specific ZIP code

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3

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Lake St George Apartments (EPA ID: ME0092299) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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