Water System Report CT

North Purchase Elderly Housing

EPA ID: CT0100011 · 72 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Federal monitoring records confirm North Purchase Elderly Housing has operated without any EPA violations for the full five-year window — covering every contaminant category and reporting cycle across a service area of approximately 72 residents, with no gaps in the compliance record.

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02

C · 68
Avg Safety Score
72
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.001 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
0
Contaminants Flagged
$371K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for North Purchase Elderly Housing Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$88,991
Median Household Income
3,420
Service Area Population
8%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
89%
Pre-1986 Housing

The North Purchase Elderly Housing serves a community with a median household income of $88,991 and an estimated 3,420 residents across its service area. Approximately 89% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

North Purchase Elderly Housing's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.

Low Risk
Source Contamination Risk
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
50th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

55 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
13 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 81% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $600
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $1,000

Based on national averages for common remediation projects. Actual costs vary by property. Only issues flagged by EPA, FEMA, or state data for each ZIP code are included.

System Overview

North Purchase Elderly Housing (EPA ID: CT0100011) is a community water system in Connecticut that serves approximately 72 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.

Average Home Safety Score: C (68/100)

Based on water quality violations, lead levels, and radon risk across all ZIP codes served by this system.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
06751 0.001 mg/L No N/A

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 2 (Moderate Risk)

The EPA recommends testing homes in Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas for radon.

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ZIP Codes Served

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for North Purchase Elderly Housing (CT0100011) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is North Purchase Elderly Housing water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, North Purchase Elderly Housing has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does North Purchase Elderly Housing serve?

North Purchase Elderly Housing serves approximately 72 people across 2 ZIP codes in Connecticut.

Where does North Purchase Elderly Housing get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

0
Confirmed Lead
0
Galvanized — Replacement Required
0
Unknown Material
4
Confirmed Non-Lead

This system reports zero confirmed lead service lines in its inventory. Unknown-material counts may still warrant verification.

Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.

Federal Regulatory Status · 2026Q1
LCRR inventory submission: Reported all required service line types
Latest tap sample on 2022-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 72
Reported to Connecticut

Source: EPA SDWIS Federal Service Line Inventory (Phase 2) · Submitted 2026

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with the utility or state agency. Inventory figures render verbatim from the public LCRI submission cited above; ZipCheckup does not perform inspections or replacements.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is water from North Purchase Elderly Housing safe to drink?
North Purchase Elderly Housing has a C safety grade based on 0 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
Should I use a water filter?
North Purchase Elderly Housing meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does North Purchase Elderly Housing serve?
North Purchase Elderly Housing serves approximately 72 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is North Purchase Elderly Housing's water source?
North Purchase Elderly Housing draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in North Purchase Elderly Housing's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.001 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of North Purchase Elderly Housing's service area?
The North Purchase Elderly Housing service area has a median household income of $88,991. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does North Purchase Elderly Housing get its water?
North Purchase Elderly Housing's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.

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3

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