Health Violations Found CT 7 HEALTH VIOLATIONS

Twin Hills Water District

EPA ID: CT0320061 · 156 people served · 2 ZIP codes

The EPA enforcement database lists 7 active violations for Twin Hills Water District — a provider that delivers drinking water to approximately 156 people and has not yet formally resolved those findings.

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

C · 67
Avg Safety Score
156
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
28
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0012 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
7
Contaminants Flagged
$333K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

Worsening · Risk tier: High · 95% chance of violation in next 12 months

Violations went from 3 (2021) to 6 (2024). The pattern suggests growing compliance challenges.

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Twin Hills Water District Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$114,907
Median Household Income
17,115
Service Area Population
3%
Disadvantaged Population
20th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
75%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Twin Hills Water District serves a community with a median household income of $114,907 and an estimated 17,115 residents across its service area. Approximately 75% 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

Twin Hills Water District'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
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

56 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
12 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 82% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Twin Hills Water District compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 10 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Stage 2 DBP Rule at 6 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 6 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Stage 1 DBP Rule at 3 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Total Coliform at 1 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,200
Water Filtration $600
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $2,200

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 $1,500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Property Value Decline $16,668

5% of median home value (EPA est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$15,835
10 years
$31,670
20 years
$63,340

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,200 (one-time) vs. $31,670 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

Twin Hills Water District (EPA ID: CT0320061) is a community water system in Connecticut that serves approximately 156 people from groundwater sources.

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

Average Home Safety Score: C (67/100)

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

Violation History

7 health-based violations recorded in the past 5 years. 7 remain unresolved.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
July 1, 2025 Stage 1 DBP Rule Monitoring Unresolved
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Health-based Unresolved
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Monitoring Unresolved
August 10, 2024 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Resolved
August 10, 2023 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Resolved
July 1, 2023 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Resolved
April 12, 2023 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Health-based Resolved
April 1, 2023 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
March 1, 2023 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
February 1, 2023 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
January 1, 2023 Stage 1 DBP Rule Monitoring Resolved
January 1, 2023 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
January 1, 2023 Gross Beta Monitoring Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 10 Yes
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 6 Yes
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 6 No
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 3 No
Total Coliform Microbiological 1 No
Gross Beta Radionuclides 1 No
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

Lead & Copper

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

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
06043 0.0012 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.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

Find the Right Water Filter

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

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: 1 ZIP code confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 1 additional ZIP inferred from SDWIS registry data. The EPA-confirmed set is the most reliable; SDWIS-inferred entries may be narrower than the real deployment area.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Twin Hills Water District (CT0320061) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Twin Hills Water District water safe to drink?

Twin Hills Water District has recorded 7 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 Twin Hills Water District serve?

Twin Hills Water District serves approximately 156 people across 2 ZIP codes in Connecticut.

Where does Twin Hills Water District 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
39
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.
Reporting compliance issue flagged by EPA under Rule 2E.
Compliance issue flagged by EPA under Rule 4G.
Population served: 156
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 Twin Hills Water District safe to drink?
Twin Hills Water District has a C safety grade based on 28 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Twin Hills Water District's water?
Detected contaminants include Consumer Confidence Report Rule, Stage 2 DBP Rule, Surface Water Treatment Rule, Stage 1 DBP Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 5 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 Twin Hills Water District serve?
Twin Hills Water District serves approximately 156 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Twin Hills Water District's water source?
Twin Hills Water District draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Twin Hills Water District's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0012 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Twin Hills Water District's service area?
The Twin Hills Water District service area has a median household income of $114,907. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Twin Hills Water District get its water?
Twin Hills Water District'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

Test your water

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2

Check your specific ZIP code

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3

Contact your utility

Twin Hills Water District (EPA ID: CT0320061) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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