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Utilities Summary for Augusta, ME
Electric Companies:
11
Natural Gas Companies:
1
Water & Sewage Providers:
1
Garbage, Trash & Recycling Providers:
3
Municipal Electricity:
No
Augusta Internet Connectivity
Broadband Availability
90.57%
Percent of population with access to speeds of 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload
1 Gig Availability
74.5%
Percent of population with access to download speeds of 1 Gbps
Fiber Availability
74.52%
Percent of population with access to fiber Internet
Clean drinking water is essential for maintaining good health and overall well-being. Safe, contaminant-free water helps prevent the spread of diseases, supports proper hydration, and ensures the body's vital functions operate smoothly.
Augusta's Primary Drinking Water Source:
Ground Water
Drinking Water Contaminant Levels
Lead
11.9 ppb
Health standard: 0 ppb
Legal limit: 15 ppb
Chlorate
66.75 ppb
Health standard: 210 ppb
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Chromium (hexavalent)
0.09 ppb
Health standard: 0.02 ppb
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5)
5.2523 ppb
Health standard: 0.1 ppb
Legal limit:
60 ppb
Six Brominated Haloacetic Acids
4.6318 ppb
Health standard: Not Set
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Haloacetic Acids (HAA9)
8.8878 ppb
Health standard: .06 ppb
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Manganese
2.925 ppb
Health standard: 100 ppb
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Strontium
147.5 ppb
Health standard: 1.5 ppm
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Vanadium
0.45 ppb
Health standard: 21 ppb
Legal limit:
No Limit Set
Contaminant Data Based on Averages of SDWA LCR Samples and UCMR 3, UCMR 4, and UCMR 5 Samples. Health standards are based on guidelines set by the EPA, WHO, or state health departments. Health standards are based on possible negative health side effects if that level of contaminant is exceeded. Legal limits are set and enforced by EPA regulations.
Yes, the state of Maine has deregulated electric utilities. Deregulation allows for multiple electric providers within each city and lets customers choose or switch to a provider or plan best fits their needs. Assuming your area has started allowing retail electric competition, you can choose between central maine power and SmartEnergy or any of the 11 electric providers available in Augusta.
Can I choose my natural gas utility provider in Augusta, ME?
No, Maine has not deregulated its natural gas utilities. The primary gas company in Augusta is Summit Natural Gas of Maine.
What is the average utility bill in Augusta?
On average, the residents of Augusta, ME pay around $203.15 total per month on utility bills including electric, gas, water and trash. That means people in Augusta on average pay 23.6% more than the national average of $164.4 on utilities each month.
Does Augusta offer municipal electricity services?
No, Augusta does not provide municipal electric service to it's residents. However, it is likely that there are essential municipal services offered to the Augusta area, like providing safe and clean water, handling sewage treatment and wastewater disposal by Greater Augusta Utility District.
Who is the fastest internet provider in Augusta?
Spectrum is the fastest internet service provider in Augusta, offering speeds up to 1 Gbps to 88.65% of the city.