Current Health-Based Noncompliance CT 1 HEALTH VIOLATION

Old Newgate Ridge Water Company Inc.

EPA ID: CT0400051 ยท 208 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Old Newgate Ridge Water Company Inc. (CT0400051): 7 unresolved EPA violations on record. EPA compliance records for Old Newgate Ridge Water Company Inc. show 7 unresolved violations - findings that remain open and are tracked at the federal level, covering a service territory of approximately 208 people.

Data: EPA SDWIS

208
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
14
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
3
Contaminants Flagged
$354K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Old Newgate Ridge Water Company Inc. Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$122,764
Median Household Income
5,176
Service Area Population
26%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
70%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Old Newgate Ridge Water Company Inc. serves a community with a median household income of $122,764 and an estimated 5,176 residents across its service area. Approximately 70% 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

Old Newgate Ridge Water Company Inc.'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

49 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
21 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 70% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Old Newgate Ridge Water Company Inc. compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 10 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Stage 1 DBP Rule at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Stage 2 DBP Rule at 2 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. 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

Flood Insurance Water Filtration PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,800
Water Filtration $600
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:

Estimated Healthcare Costs $1,000

Annual per household (CDC est.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

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

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $3,000 (one-time) vs. $10,330 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

Old Newgate Ridge Water Company Inc. (EPA ID: CT0400051) is a community water system in Connecticut that serves approximately 208 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 06026 in East Granby.

Violation History

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

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 7 resolved, 0 archived, 2 addressed, and 5 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
August 10, 2025 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
July 1, 2025 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
December 30, 2024 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Health-based Addressed (current)
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Non-health-based Addressed (current)
August 10, 2024 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Unaddressed (current)
July 1, 2024 Surface Water Treatment 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
August 10, 2022 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2022 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Resolved
December 30, 2021 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Resolved
August 10, 2021 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2021 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 10 No
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 2 No
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 2 Yes

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 Old Newgate Ridge Water Company Inc. (CT0400051) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Old Newgate Ridge Water Company Inc. water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows 1 current health-based noncompliance record for Old Newgate Ridge Water Company 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 Old Newgate Ridge Water Company Inc. serve?

Old Newgate Ridge Water Company Inc. serves approximately 208 people across 1 ZIP code in Connecticut.

Where does Old Newgate Ridge Water Company Inc. get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

What contaminants are in Old Newgate Ridge Water Company Inc.'s water?
Detected contaminants include Surface Water Treatment Rule, Stage 1 DBP Rule, Stage 2 DBP Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 3 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 Old Newgate Ridge Water Company Inc. serve?
Old Newgate Ridge Water Company Inc. serves approximately 208 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Old Newgate Ridge Water Company Inc.'s water source?
Old Newgate Ridge Water Company Inc. draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Old Newgate Ridge Water Company Inc.'s service area?
The Old Newgate Ridge Water Company Inc. service area has a median household income of $122,764. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Old Newgate Ridge Water Company Inc. get its water?
Old Newgate Ridge Water Company Inc.'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 the exported violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is classified as elevated.

How to cite this page

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What You Can Do

1

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2

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3

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