Health Violations Found CT 3 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Ctwc - Shoreline Reg-chester Vllg West

EPA ID: CT0261081 · 216 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Unlike fully compliant utilities, Ctwc - Shoreline Reg-chester Vllg West has 2 outstanding EPA violations for approximately 216 residents.

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

D · 54
Avg Safety Score
216
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
7
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.002 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
5
Contaminants Flagged
$497K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

Stable · Risk tier: High · 94% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 1 (2021) to 1 (2024). Violation counts have remained relatively steady.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Ctwc - Shoreline Reg-chester Vllg West Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade D

Service Area Demographics

$94,570
Median Household Income
3,844
Service Area Population
13%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
83%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Ctwc - Shoreline Reg-chester Vllg West serves a community with a median household income of $94,570 and an estimated 3,844 residents across its service area. Approximately 83% 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

Ctwc - Shoreline Reg-chester Vllg West'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.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
50th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
60th
Superfund Site Proximity

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

92 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
2 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 98% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Ctwc - Shoreline Reg-chester Vllg West compares to EPA limits

Combined Radium 1 pCi/L (20% of limit)
0 EPA Limit: 5 pCi/L

What This Means For You

Stage 2 DBP Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Lead and Copper Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Comparable Water Systems

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance Water Filtration
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $1,200
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $2,700

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:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $1,000

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$5,000
10 years
$10,000
20 years
$20,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,700 (one-time) vs. $10,000 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

Ctwc - Shoreline Reg-chester Vllg West (EPA ID: CT0261081) is a community water system in Connecticut that serves approximately 216 people from groundwater sources.

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

Average Home Safety Score: D (54/100)

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

Violation History

3 health-based violations recorded in the past 5 years. 2 remain unresolved.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Health-based Unresolved
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Monitoring Unresolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 2 Yes
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 2 No
Combined Radium Radionuclides 1 Yes
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 1 No
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 1 Yes

Lead & Copper

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

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
06412 0.002 mg/L No N/A

Radon Risk in Service Area

Dominant radon zone for ZIP codes served by this system: Zone 1 (High 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 Ctwc - Shoreline Reg-chester Vllg West (CT0261081) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ctwc - Shoreline Reg-chester Vllg West water safe to drink?

Ctwc - Shoreline Reg-chester Vllg West has recorded 3 health-based violations in the past 5 years. While the system is required to treat water to meet federal standards, you may want to consider additional precautions such as a certified water filter.

How many people does Ctwc - Shoreline Reg-chester Vllg West serve?

Ctwc - Shoreline Reg-chester Vllg West serves approximately 216 people across 2 ZIP codes in Connecticut.

Where does Ctwc - Shoreline Reg-chester Vllg West 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
26
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 2025-07-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 216
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 Ctwc - Shoreline Reg-chester Vllg West safe to drink?
Ctwc - Shoreline Reg-chester Vllg West has a D safety grade based on 7 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Ctwc - Shoreline Reg-chester Vllg West's water?
Detected contaminants include Stage 2 DBP Rule, Surface Water Treatment Rule, Lead and Copper Rule, Consumer Confidence Report Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 4 contaminants above EPA limits, a certified water filter can provide an extra layer of protection. The best type depends on specific contaminants in your water.
How many people does Ctwc - Shoreline Reg-chester Vllg West serve?
Ctwc - Shoreline Reg-chester Vllg West serves approximately 216 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Ctwc - Shoreline Reg-chester Vllg West's water source?
Ctwc - Shoreline Reg-chester Vllg West draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Ctwc - Shoreline Reg-chester Vllg West's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.002 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Ctwc - Shoreline Reg-chester Vllg West's service area?
The Ctwc - Shoreline Reg-chester Vllg West service area has a median household income of $94,570. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Ctwc - Shoreline Reg-chester Vllg West get its water?
Ctwc - Shoreline Reg-chester Vllg West'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 violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is currently elevated.

What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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