Health Violations Found CT 1 HEALTH VIOLATION

Chestelm Health & Rehabilitation Center

EPA ID: CT0411061 · 120 people served · 2 ZIP codes

While 6 violations did appear in Chestelm Health & Rehabilitation Center's five-year monitoring record, none remain unresolved — the utility has returned to full compliance and continues to serve approximately 120 residents under all current EPA drinking water standards.

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

C · 69
Avg Safety Score
120
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
6
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.001 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 1
Radon Risk · High
3
Contaminants Flagged
$341K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Chestelm Health & Rehabilitation Center Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$104,036
Median Household Income
8,288
Service Area Population
8%
Disadvantaged Population
20th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
61%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Chestelm Health & Rehabilitation Center serves a community with a median household income of $104,036 and an estimated 8,288 residents across its service area. Approximately 61% 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

Chestelm Health & Rehabilitation Center'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
60th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
60th
Superfund Site Proximity

Wastewater Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to wastewater discharge points.

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

45 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
26 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 63% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Chestelm Health & Rehabilitation Center compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 3 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.

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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

Chestelm Health & Rehabilitation Center (EPA ID: CT0411061) is a community water system in Connecticut that serves approximately 120 people from groundwater sources.

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

Average Home Safety Score: C (69/100)

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

Violation History

1 health-based violation recorded in the past 5 years. All violations have been resolved.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
December 27, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Monitoring Resolved
October 22, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
September 22, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Health-based Resolved
July 1, 2024 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Resolved
February 1, 2023 Consumer Confidence Report Rule 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 3 Yes
Surface Water Treatment Rule Treatment Failure 2 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
06469 0.001 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 Chestelm Health & Rehabilitation Center (CT0411061) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chestelm Health & Rehabilitation Center water safe to drink?

Chestelm Health & Rehabilitation Center has recorded 1 health-based violation 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 Chestelm Health & Rehabilitation Center serve?

Chestelm Health & Rehabilitation Center serves approximately 120 people across 2 ZIP codes in Connecticut.

Where does Chestelm Health & Rehabilitation Center 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
2
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 2021-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 120
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 Chestelm Health & Rehabilitation Center safe to drink?
Chestelm Health & Rehabilitation Center has a C safety grade based on 6 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Chestelm Health & Rehabilitation Center's water?
Detected contaminants include Consumer Confidence Report Rule, Surface Water Treatment Rule, Lead and Copper 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 Chestelm Health & Rehabilitation Center serve?
Chestelm Health & Rehabilitation Center serves approximately 120 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Chestelm Health & Rehabilitation Center's water source?
Chestelm Health & Rehabilitation Center draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Chestelm Health & Rehabilitation Center's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.001 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Chestelm Health & Rehabilitation Center's service area?
The Chestelm Health & Rehabilitation Center service area has a median household income of $104,036. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Chestelm Health & Rehabilitation Center get its water?
Chestelm Health & Rehabilitation Center'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.

What You Can Do

1

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3

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