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Ctwc - Hebron Center Division

EPA ID: CT0672031 · 1,927 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Federal compliance records for Ctwc - Hebron Center Division list 2 open violations that have not yet been resolved — the utility serves approximately 1,927 people, and each outstanding finding remains logged and active in the EPA enforcement database.

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

B · 71
Avg Safety Score
1,927
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
12
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.0003 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
5
Contaminants Flagged
$369K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Compliance Trajectory

Stable · Risk tier: High · 95% 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 - Hebron Center Division Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$148,086
Median Household Income
9,109
Service Area Population
3%
Disadvantaged Population
20th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
53%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Ctwc - Hebron Center Division serves a community with a median household income of $148,086 and an estimated 9,109 residents across its service area. Approximately 53% 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 - Hebron Center Division'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

41 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
29 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 59% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Ctwc - Hebron Center Division compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 4 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Consumer Confidence Report Rule at 4 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

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

Gross Alpha at 1 pCi/L exceeds the EPA maximum of pCi/L. Increased cancer risk from radioactive particles. Consider reverse osmosis filtration.

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

Gross Alpha was detected in this water system. reverse osmosis filtration can reduce exposure.

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1,872 people
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C 4 violations
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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,200
Radon Mitigation $400
Water Filtration $150
Total Estimated Cost $1,750

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 $1,750 (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 - HEBRON CENTER DIVISION (EPA ID: CT0672031) is a community water system in Connecticut that serves approximately 1,927 people from groundwater sources.

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

Average Home Safety Score: B (71/100)

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

Violation History

2 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
June 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
May 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
April 1, 2024 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Monitoring Resolved
April 1, 2024 Gross Alpha Monitoring Resolved
August 29, 2023 Consumer Confidence Report Rule Health-based Resolved
July 1, 2023 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring 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 4 No
Consumer Confidence Report Rule Reporting Failure 4 Yes
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 2 Yes
Gross Alpha Radionuclides 1 No
Stage 1 DBP 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
06248 0.0003 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.

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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 Ctwc - Hebron Center Division (CT0672031) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ctwc - Hebron Center Division water safe to drink?

Ctwc - Hebron Center Division has recorded 2 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 - Hebron Center Division serve?

Ctwc - Hebron Center Division serves approximately 1,927 people across 2 ZIP codes in Connecticut.

Where does Ctwc - Hebron Center Division 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
7
Unknown Material
193
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: 1,927
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 - Hebron Center Division safe to drink?
Ctwc - Hebron Center Division earns a B safety grade with 12 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
What contaminants are in Ctwc - Hebron Center Division's water?
Detected contaminants include Surface Water Treatment Rule, Consumer Confidence Report Rule, Stage 2 DBP Rule, Gross Alpha. 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 Ctwc - Hebron Center Division serve?
Ctwc - Hebron Center Division serves approximately 1,927 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Ctwc - Hebron Center Division's water source?
Ctwc - Hebron Center Division draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Ctwc - Hebron Center Division's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.0003 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Ctwc - Hebron Center Division's service area?
The Ctwc - Hebron Center Division service area has a median household income of $148,086. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Ctwc - Hebron Center Division get its water?
Ctwc - Hebron Center Division'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

Contact your utility

Ctwc - Hebron Center Division (EPA ID: CT0672031) — request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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