Environment
Where spills happen
Maine towns with the most mapped DEP spill sites.
Bangor leads, at 544 (all years).
| Where spills happen | Value |
|---|---|
| Bangor | 544 |
| Portland | 505 |
| Rumford | 333 |
| South Portland | 300 |
| Lewiston | 238 |
| Brunswick | 236 |
| Augusta | 235 |
| Auburn | 231 |
| Sanford | 193 |
| Presque Isle | 161 |
| Waterville | 146 |
| Brewer | 145 |
Latest: . Source: Maine DEP spill response data. Figures update as the source refreshes.
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MaineStats, “Where spills happen.” Data: Maine DEP spill response data. Retrieved July 25, 2026. https://mainestats.org/chart/spill-towns
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