Ledyard Wpca, Gales Ferry System
EPA ID: CT0727051 · 2,369 people served · 2 ZIP codes
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Ledyard Wpca, Gales Ferry System (CT0727051): 1 EPA violation in the last five years. EPA records: Ledyard Wpca, Gales Ferry System, 1 past violation, all resolved, 2,369 served.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Ledyard Wpca, Gales Ferry System Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Service Area Demographics
The Ledyard Wpca, Gales Ferry System serves a community with a median household income of $115,542 and an estimated 15,363 residents across its service area. Approximately 80% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Ledyard Wpca, Gales Ferry System'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.
Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites.
Infrastructure Risk
Detected Contaminants
How Ledyard Wpca, Gales Ferry System compares to EPA limits
What This Means For You
Surface Water Treatment Rule at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.
Comparable Water Systems
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Estimated Remediation Costs
Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system
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.
System Overview
Ledyard Wpca, Gales Ferry System (EPA ID: CT0727051) is a community water system in Connecticut that serves approximately 2,369 people from surface water sources.
This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 2 communities.
Violation History
Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 1 resolved, 0 archived, 0 addressed, and 0 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, 2023 | 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 | 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.
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.
Need help with your water quality?
Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400
Find the Right Water FilterFree tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.
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 Ledyard Wpca, Gales Ferry System (CT0727051) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ledyard Wpca, Gales Ferry System water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Ledyard Wpca, Gales Ferry System; its 1 accepted 2021-2026 record are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.
How many people does Ledyard Wpca, Gales Ferry System serve?
Ledyard Wpca, Gales Ferry System serves approximately 2,369 people across 2 ZIP codes in Connecticut.
Where does Ledyard Wpca, Gales Ferry System get its water?
The primary water source is surface water.
How Water Systems Appear in Rankings
Water systems are evaluated by violation history, contaminant detections, and service population. Larger systems with more service connections appear in more rankings.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Ledyard Wpca, Gales Ferry System (CT): 1 EPA Violation. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ct0727051/
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