Lead Service Line Inventory: MAINE WATER COMPANY BIDDEFORD SACO DIV
About This Water System
Maine Water Company Biddeford Saco Division serves approximately 42,508 people across Biddeford and Saco. The system draws from surface water sources.
Lead Service Line Status
As of now, this water system has not completed or published a lead service line inventory. This means the number of lead service lines in the system is not yet known.
Federal law requires all water utilities to identify and inventory lead service lines by October 2024. Maine Water Company is required to conduct this inventory and make it publicly available. If you don't see the data here, contact the utility directly—they may have information that hasn't yet been added to this directory, or the inventory may still be in progress.
What Is a Lead Service Line?
A lead service line is the pipe connecting your home to the water main under the street. If your home was built before 1986, there's a higher chance your service line contains lead. Lead can leach into drinking water, especially if water is corrosive (acidic) or stagnant.
What You Can Do Now
Even without a complete inventory:
- Contact Maine Water Company to ask if your home has a lead service line. They may have records based on building age, material inspections, or past testing.
- Test your water for lead. A simple lab test costs $20–50 and gives you solid answers. Call Maine Water Company for how to request a sample or order a kit.
- Use a filter if you're concerned. NSF-certified filters rated for lead reduction can help while you wait for answers or plan replacement.
- Flush your tap for 30 seconds before drinking or cooking if the water has been sitting in pipes for a few hours.
If you have young children or are pregnant, lead exposure is a special concern. Talk to your pediatrician or contact the CDC for guidance on testing and next steps.
Next Steps for Residents
- Call Maine Water Company to ask about your home's service line material and when the inventory will be available.
- Request a water test for lead through your utility or a certified lab.
- Check the EPA's guidance on lead in drinking water for household protection steps.
- Visit the CDC's lead and health page if you have health concerns, especially for children.
Key figures
| Total inventoried lines | 0 |
|---|---|
| BIL/IIJA funding received | — |
| Replacement plan status | Not reported |
| Utility's LCRR inventory | Not provided |
Frequently asked
Does Maine Water Company Biddeford Saco Division have lead service lines?
The water system has not yet published a complete lead service line inventory, so the exact number is unknown. Contact the utility directly to ask if your home's service line contains lead.
How do I know if my house has a lead service line?
Call your water utility with your address—they may have records. Homes built before 1986 are at higher risk. A plumber can also inspect the line where it enters your home.
Is the water safe to drink right now?
Maine Water Company treats its water for corrosion control. If you're concerned, request a lead test from your utility or have one done by a certified lab. For health questions, contact your doctor or local health department.
When will Maine Water Company finish its lead service line inventory?
Federal law required all utilities to complete inventories by October 2024. Contact the utility to ask about their timeline and whether results are available yet.