Windsor, CT Water Safety: 66/100 (2026)
2 ZIP codes · 2 water systems · Updated 2026-06-03
Based on current EPA data, Windsor, CT reflects fair but uneven tap water safety.
How Windsor Compares
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
Who Supplies Your Water in Windsor
2 independent water providers serve Windsor, CT — 2 systems appear in federal records.
Overview
We track water quality and home safety data for 2 ZIP codes in Windsor, Connecticut (population ~29,367), covering 2 community water systems serving approximately 390,991 people region-wide.
No EPA violations recorded across any ZIP codes in Windsor — an excellent indicator of water quality.
Home Safety Score
Average Home Safety Score for Windsor: C (66/100)
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
Windsor water systems draw from: Groundwater.
Lead & Copper
- Lead data: not yet available for Windsor
- 0 ZIP codes exceed the EPA lead action level
Radon Risk
Dominant radon zone: Zone 3 (Low Risk)
- Zone 1 (High): 0 ZIP codes
- Zone 2 (Moderate): 0 ZIP codes
- Zone 3 (Low): 2 ZIP codes
Areas with No Violations
| ZIP Code | Safety Score | System | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06006 | C | JUNIPER CLUB INC. | 104 |
| 06095 | C | METROPOLITAN DISTRICT COMMISSION | 390,887 |
All ZIP Codes in Windsor
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.
Cost Context: What Remediation Means for Windsor Homeowners
For most homeowners in Windsor, the estimated cost of water and safety remediation represents a proportionally modest share of what properties are worth — placing this area in the lower tier of the remediation share scale.
Remediation costs in Windsor are relatively low compared to home values. The $800–$1,800 estimated range is a small fraction of median property value. Home values are 30% below the Connecticut average.
Flood & Climate Risk in Windsor
Flood risk in Windsor occupies the middle ground: 25 NFIP claims and 50% of local ZIP codes within FEMA flood zones. At that level, the risk pathways connecting flooding to water quality — treatment system stress, well infiltration, distribution backflow — become relevant considerations during significant flood events, even if day-to-day water quality is unaffected by flood history.
Windsor has a moderate flood history with 25 FEMA claims averaging $4,483 per payout. 50% of ZIP codes fall within FEMA flood zones. Flood events can contaminate drinking water and overwhelm treatment systems.
How flooding affects water quality: Flood events can introduce sewage, agricultural runoff, and industrial chemicals into water supplies. Even after floodwaters recede, contamination can persist in wells and aging infrastructure. Flood damage can add significantly to the estimated <strong>$1,200</strong> remediation cost per household.
Residents in flood-prone areas should consider flood insurance even outside FEMA zones — over 25% of flood claims come from low-to-moderate risk areas. After any flood event, test your water before drinking.
Source: FEMA National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) claims data, FEMA flood zone designations.
What You Can Do in Windsor
- 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.
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Windsor, CT