SUN JOURNAL • October 14, 2025
Poland Spring is scaling back withdrawals at multiple sites this summer as a result of falling groundwater levels. The company said the reductions were voluntary and intended to ensure its pumping remains sustainable. Poland Spring spokesperson Ted Varipatis said the company monitors drought conditions daily and adjusts water collection from its network of springs. Using National Weather Service and drought forecast tools, the company determined beginning Sept. 1 that there would be a significant reduction at sites, including Clear Spring in Hollis and Evergreen Spring in Fryeburg.