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EL SEGUNDO, Maine Tap Water Quality

185 people served · 1 water system

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EL SEGUNDO, Maine is a rural community with 185 residents served by a single public water system. Water service covers ZIP code 90245.

EL SEGUNDO has accumulated a significant number of EPA health-based violations. Reviewing the contaminants involved, requesting your utility's Consumer Confidence Report, and using certified point-of-use filtration is strongly advisable.

EPA reporting identifies 1 regulated contaminants among the regulated contaminants associated with EL SEGUNDO's recent health-based violations. Each contaminant has different sources, health implications, and recommended mitigation steps — links to the full EPA reference for each are listed alongside the violation history below.

Last updated: 2026-05-18 · Source: EPA SDWIS

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ZIP Codes Served

Health-Based Violations (Last 5 Years)

EPA Maximum Contaminant Level exceedances reported by water systems serving EL SEGUNDO. Each entry explains the contaminant, the health risk, and recommended precautions, and links to a full guide.

EPA Code 2964

EPA Code 2964 · Maximum Contaminant Level Exceedance

12

violations

EPA Limit

Last Reading

.007 MG/L

First Reported

Oct 2023

Most Recent

Apr 2024

EPA contaminant code 2964. The full EPA reference for this code is available through the SDWIS portal.

Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). Health-based violations only. Older violations may have been resolved; check your utility's most recent Consumer Confidence Report for current status.

Water Systems Serving EL SEGUNDO

What Can You Do?

  • ✅ Request your utility's annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) — required by law.
  • ✅ Use an NSF-certified water filter if violations involve lead, arsenic, or PFAS.
  • ✅ Run cold water for 30 seconds before drinking if you have older plumbing (reduces lead).
  • ✅ Check back monthly — we update data from the EPA every 30 days.

About this data

This overview reflects EPA SDWIS data published as of 2026-05-18. It covers active Community Water Systems (CWS) that exceeded federal Maximum Contaminant Levels during the past five-year EPA reporting window. For up-to-the-minute information, request a current Consumer Confidence Report from your utility, or review the EPA's public dashboard.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is EL SEGUNDO, Maine tap water safe to drink?

This city's water had numerous EPA violations in the last 5 years. Consider filtered water.

How many EPA violations does EL SEGUNDO have?

EL SEGUNDO has 12 EPA health-based water violations in the last 5 years across 1 water system serving 185 people.

What contaminants have been found in EL SEGUNDO water?

The following EPA-regulated contaminants have been detected: 2964. View details about each contaminant, health effects, and recommended precautions above in the violations table.

Should I use a water filter in EL SEGUNDO?

Using an NSF-certified water filter is recommended if your area has violations involving lead, arsenic, or PFAS. For other contaminants, consult your local water utility. Check the annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) for detailed guidance.

What should I do if there are violations in EL SEGUNDO?

Request your water utility's annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR), which is required by the EPA. Follow the utility's guidance on boil water advisories. Run cold water for 30 seconds before drinking if you have older plumbing. Use an NSF-certified filter if needed based on your water system's violations.

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