June 14, 2026

Holden, ME Water Quality Report 2026

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Water Utility: Holden Square Apartments
Population Served: 63 residents
Data Sources: EPA SDWIS + EPA UCMR5
Report Year: 2026

Holden, Maine drinking water is supplied by Holden Square Apartments. All US public water systems must test drinking water and report results to the EPA under the Safe Drinking Water Act. This report summarizes health-based violations and PFAS detections recorded in federal databases to help you make informed decisions about home water filtration.

EPA Health-Based Violation History

The following contaminants exceeded EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) at this utility since 2010:

Contaminant Violation Years Filter Solution
Lead And Copper Rule 2021 Whole House Filters

Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS), updated quarterly. Health-based violations only.

Should You Filter Your Holden Water?

Even utilities with no EPA violations may have contaminants present below legal limits but above health guidelines. The EPA sets maximum contaminant levels based on what is feasible and affordable to treat at scale -- not necessarily what carries zero health risk. Many independent health organizations recommend filtration for households with children, pregnant women, or immunocompromised individuals regardless of utility compliance status.

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Filters for Holden, ME Water Issues

Based on contaminants detected in this report, these systems are worth considering:

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Arsenic
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Lead
NSF/ANSI 53-certified under-sink filters that reduce lead at the tap.
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Nitrates / Nitrites
Reverse osmosis systems that reduce nitrates to safe levels.
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Chlorine / Disinfection Byproducts
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Copper
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Holden tap water safe to drink?

Holden Square Apartments is required to meet EPA federal drinking water standards. However, meeting legal standards is not the same as being contaminant-free. Trace levels of disinfection byproducts, PFAS compounds, and other regulated contaminants are common in US municipal water systems.

Does Holden water have PFAS?

PFAS monitoring data for this utility may not yet be published in EPA databases. We recommend a reverse osmosis system for maximum protection regardless of local results.

What water filter works best for Holden?

A whole-house carbon block filter removes chlorine, chloramines, and many VOCs. For PFAS, arsenic, and nitrates, a reverse osmosis under-sink system provides the highest reduction rates. Take our free 2-minute quiz to find the right system for your home and budget.

Data sourced from EPA SDWIS and UCMR5 federal databases. PureWaterGuys.com is not affiliated with any municipal water utility. Contact your utility's annual Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) for complete local data.

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