Current Health-Based Noncompliance CT 1 HEALTH VIOLATION

Cornell Hills Assoc, Inc.

EPA ID: CT0340181 ยท 108 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Cornell Hills Assoc, Inc. (CT0340181): 2 unresolved EPA violations on record. Tallying the federal enforcement file for Cornell Hills Assoc, Inc. yields 2 open violations that have not been formally closed - each finding sits in the EPA database while the utility continues to deliver water to approximately 108 residents and works through the required corrective action process.

Data: EPA SDWIS

108
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
18
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
7
Contaminants Flagged
$406K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Cornell Hills Assoc, Inc. Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$107,519
Median Household Income
30,526
Service Area Population
26%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
73%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Cornell Hills Assoc, Inc. serves a community with a median household income of $107,519 and an estimated 30,526 residents across its service area. Approximately 73% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Cornell Hills Assoc, Inc.'s water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap.

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.

Infrastructure Risk

51 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
19 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 73% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Cornell Hills Assoc, Inc. compares to EPA limits

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.06 mg/L
Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.08 mg/L
Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns

What This Means For You

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L. Cancer risk; reproductive & developmental effects. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.08 mg/L. Bladder & rectal cancer risk; reproductive concerns. Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 5 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Revised Total Coliform Rule at 5 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 3 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 4 detections recorded. 1 exceeds 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†’

Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $2,500
Radon Mitigation $1,200
PFAS Treatment $600
Water Filtration $300
Total Estimated Cost $4,600

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.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$7,665
10 years
$15,330
20 years
$30,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $4,600 (one-time) vs. $15,330 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

Cornell Hills Assoc, Inc. (EPA ID: CT0340181) is a community water system in Connecticut that serves approximately 108 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 06811 in Danbury.

Violation History

1 current health-based noncompliance record in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 16 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 2 unaddressed. Under this source contract, current noncompliance is the sum of addressed and unaddressed records. Archived and resolved records are excluded from current noncompliance.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
July 1, 2025 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Resolved
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Health-based Unaddressed (current)
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
August 10, 2023 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2023 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Resolved
December 1, 2022 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
December 1, 2022 Revised Total Coliform Rule Non-health-based Resolved
November 1, 2022 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
November 1, 2022 Revised Total Coliform Rule Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2022 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2022 Revised Total Coliform Rule Non-health-based Resolved
October 1, 2022 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Resolved
September 1, 2022 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
September 1, 2022 Revised Total Coliform Rule Non-health-based Resolved
August 1, 2022 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Non-health-based Resolved
August 1, 2022 Revised Total Coliform Rule Non-health-based Resolved
September 1, 2021 Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Non-health-based Resolved
September 1, 2021 Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Non-health-based 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 5 No
Revised Total Coliform Rule Microbiological 5 No
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 3 No
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 2 Yes
Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Haloacetic Acids (HAA5) Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 No

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.

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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 Cornell Hills Assoc, Inc. (CT0340181) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cornell Hills Assoc, Inc. water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 1 current health-based noncompliance record for Cornell Hills Assoc, Inc.. Review the utility's current notices and EPA record. This system-level compliance history cannot determine conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Cornell Hills Assoc, Inc. serve?

Cornell Hills Assoc, Inc. serves approximately 108 people across 1 ZIP code in Connecticut.

Where does Cornell Hills Assoc, Inc. get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Cornell Hills Assoc, Inc.'s water?
Detected contaminants include Haloacetic Acids (HAA5), Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM), Consumer Confidence Report Rule, Revised Total Coliform 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 Cornell Hills Assoc, Inc. serve?
Cornell Hills Assoc, Inc. serves approximately 108 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Cornell Hills Assoc, Inc.'s water source?
Cornell Hills Assoc, Inc. draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Cornell Hills Assoc, Inc.'s service area?
The Cornell Hills Assoc, Inc. service area has a median household income of $107,519. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Cornell Hills Assoc, Inc. get its water?
Cornell Hills Assoc, Inc.'s water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap. Based on the exported violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is classified as elevated.

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APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Cornell Hills Assoc, Inc. (CT): 1 Health Violation. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ct0340181/
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What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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