Water System Report CT

Aquarion-hickory Hills

EPA ID: CT0180101 ยท 132 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Aquarion-hickory Hills (CT0180101): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. Federal monitoring spanning five full years has produced zero violations at Aquarion-hickory Hills - a clean record across every reporting cycle for a utility serving approximately 132 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

132
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$452K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Aquarion-hickory Hills Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$142,826
Median Household Income
17,871
Service Area Population
26%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
67%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Aquarion-hickory Hills serves a community with a median household income of $142,826 and an estimated 17,871 residents across its service area. Approximately 67% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Aquarion-hickory Hills'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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
70th
Superfund Site Proximity

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

53 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
17 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 76% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 5 detections recorded. 2 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS).

State limits: PFOA: 0.012 ppt, PFOS: 0.016 ppt, PFHxS: 0.018 ppt, PFHpA: 0.018 ppt, PFNA: 0.013 ppt
Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter โ†’

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,200
PFAS Treatment $600
Total Estimated Cost $3,000

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.

Cost of Inaction

If water quality issues in this service area are not addressed, the estimated financial impact per household is:

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $3,000 (one-time) vs. $330 in estimated inaction costs over 10 years.

Estimates based on published EPA, CDC, and peer-reviewed research. Individual costs vary by household size, property, and health factors. These are conservative lower-bound estimates intended for awareness, not financial advice.

System Overview

Aquarion-hickory Hills (EPA ID: CT0180101) is a community water system in Connecticut that serves approximately 132 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 06804 in Brookfield.

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0 mg/L No N/A

No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking โ€” this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: Service area ZIP codes sourced from EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 (March 2026 release). These ZIPs reflect the actual deployment footprint recorded by CT or modeled from parcel and building-footprint data.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Aquarion-hickory Hills (CT0180101) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aquarion-hickory Hills water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Aquarion-hickory Hills in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.

How many people does Aquarion-hickory Hills serve?

Aquarion-hickory Hills serves approximately 132 people across 1 ZIP code in Connecticut.

Where does Aquarion-hickory Hills get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Aquarion-hickory Hills meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Aquarion-hickory Hills serve?
Aquarion-hickory Hills serves approximately 132 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Aquarion-hickory Hills's water source?
Aquarion-hickory Hills draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Aquarion-hickory Hills's service area?
The Aquarion-hickory Hills service area has a median household income of $142,826. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Aquarion-hickory Hills get its water?
Aquarion-hickory Hills'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. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Aquarion-hickory Hills Water Quality Report, CT. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ct0180101/
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