Ctwc - Birchwood Heights
EPA ID: CT0780121 · 76 people served · 1 ZIP code
ZipCheckup's reading of EPA records for Ctwc - Birchwood Heights (CT0780121): no drinking-water violations recorded since 2021. Federal SDWIS data returns no violation records for Ctwc - Birchwood Heights, the supplier serving 76 residents - a statement about the EPA file rather than a measurement of contaminant levels in the water.
Data: EPA SDWIS
Service Area Map
Coverage area for Ctwc - Birchwood Heights Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.
Service area boundary
Demographics of ZIP Codes Served
The ZIP codes associated with Ctwc - Birchwood Heights have a median household income of $103,333 and about 4,780 residents live in those ZIP codes (Census; not the number of people this system supplies). Approximately 63% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.
💧 Where Does Your Water Come From?
Ctwc - Birchwood Heights's water is classified in EPA records as a groundwater source. 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.
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
PFAS in ZIP Codes This System Serves
PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been reported in samples from water systems associated with the ZIP codes in this system's area. These results can come from other water systems serving the same ZIP codes; check the UCMR5 section for any results reported for this system. 1 detection recorded.
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
Ctwc - Birchwood Heights (EPA ID: CT0780121) is a community water system in Connecticut that serves approximately 76 people from groundwater sources.
This system serves ZIP code 06250 in Mansfield Center.
Violation History
Lead & Copper
EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:
| Lead Level | Exceeds Action Level | Sample Date |
|---|---|---|
| 0.0017 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.
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: Ask your water utility whether running cold water for 2 minutes is enough to flush your plumbing before drinking.
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.
- 06250 - Mansfield Center
Data Sources
This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View available EPA compliance records for Ctwc - Birchwood Heights (CT0780121) on EPA.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ctwc - Birchwood Heights water safe to drink?
The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Ctwc - Birchwood Heights in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.
How many people does Ctwc - Birchwood Heights serve?
Ctwc - Birchwood Heights serves approximately 76 people across 1 ZIP code in Connecticut.
Where does Ctwc - Birchwood Heights get its water?
The primary water source is groundwater.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to cite this page
ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Ctwc - Birchwood Heights Water Quality Report, CT. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ct0780121/
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