Redding Center, CT: High Radon Risk — 40/100 (2026)
1 ZIP code · 1 water system · Updated 2026-06-03
Unlike better-scoring cities in CT, Redding Center records health-based violations across a meaningful portion of its service areas — the overall safety grade is well below average.
How Redding Center Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Who Supplies Your Water in Redding Center
The structure of water supply in Redding Center, CT is straightforward: one utility provides the bulk of residential service among 1 tracked system, concentrating rate-setting and infrastructure decisions under a single organization.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 1 ZIP code in Redding Center, Connecticut, covering 1 community water system serving approximately 62,055 people.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Redding Center — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Redding Center: D (40/100)
The score combines three factors:
| Factor | What It Measures |
|---|---|
| Water Quality | EPA violations and compliance history |
| Lead Levels | 90th percentile lead concentration vs EPA action level |
| Radon Risk | EPA radon zone classification |
Water Sources
Redding Center water systems draw from: Surface water.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Redding Center
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 1 (High Risk)
The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.
Areas with No Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | System | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06875 | D | DANBURY WATER DEPARTMENT | 62,055 |
All ZIP Codes in Redding Center
- 06875 [D]
Data Sources
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- Lead/copper: EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data
- Radon: EPA Map of Radon Zones
Updated daily.
What You Can Do in Redding Center
- Test your water at home. City-level data shows averages — your tap may differ. NSF-certified test kits cost $20-40 and give results in days.
- Install a certified water filter. An NSF-certified pitcher or under-sink filter removes most common contaminants.
- Check your home's plumbing. Homes built before 1986 may have lead solder in pipes. A licensed plumber can assess your risk.
- Review your water system's CCR. Your utility publishes an annual Consumer Confidence Report with detailed test results. Request it or find it online.
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Redding Center, CT