Health Violations Found CT 1 HEALTH VIOLATION

Eldridge Elderly Housing

EPA ID: CT0878021 · 40 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Federal compliance records for Eldridge Elderly Housing list 6 open violations that have not yet been resolved — the utility serves approximately 40 people, and each outstanding finding remains logged and active in the EPA enforcement database.

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

C · 64
Avg Safety Score
40
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
15
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0.002 mg/L
Max Lead Level
Zone 2
Radon Risk · Moderate
3
Contaminants Flagged
$337K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Eldridge Elderly Housing Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary — Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$111,250
Median Household Income
3,696
Service Area Population
8%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
80%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Eldridge Elderly Housing serves a community with a median household income of $111,250 and an estimated 3,696 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?

Groundwater

Eldridge Elderly Housing'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
40th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
50th
Superfund Site Proximity

Infrastructure Risk

62 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
10 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 86% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Eldridge Elderly Housing compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

Surface Water Treatment Rule at 8 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Stage 1 DBP Rule at 5 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Stage 2 DBP Rule at 2 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

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $900
Radon Mitigation $400
Water Filtration $150
Total Estimated Cost $1,450

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 $1,500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$7,500
10 years
$15,000
20 years
$30,000

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,450 (one-time) vs. $15,000 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

Eldridge Elderly Housing (EPA ID: CT0878021) is a community water system in Connecticut that serves approximately 40 people from groundwater sources.

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

Average Home Safety Score: C (64/100)

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. 6 remain unresolved.

Recent Violations

Date Contaminant Type Status
August 10, 2025 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Unresolved
July 1, 2025 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Unresolved
April 1, 2025 Stage 1 DBP Rule Monitoring Resolved
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Health-based Unresolved
October 17, 2024 Stage 2 DBP Rule Monitoring Unresolved
September 29, 2024 Stage 1 DBP Rule Monitoring Resolved
August 10, 2024 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Unresolved
July 1, 2024 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Unresolved
August 10, 2023 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Resolved
July 1, 2023 Surface Water Treatment Rule Monitoring Resolved
April 1, 2023 Stage 1 DBP 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 8 No
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 5 No
Stage 2 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 2 Yes

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule sampling data for ZIP codes served by this system:

ZIP Code Lead Level Exceeds Limit Sample Date
06763 0.002 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

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Eldridge Elderly Housing (CT0878021) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Eldridge Elderly Housing water safe to drink?

Eldridge Elderly Housing 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 Eldridge Elderly Housing serve?

Eldridge Elderly Housing serves approximately 40 people across 2 ZIP codes in Connecticut.

Where does Eldridge Elderly Housing 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
3
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.
Reporting compliance issue flagged by EPA under Rule 2E.
Compliance issue flagged by EPA under Rule 4G.
Population served: 40
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 Eldridge Elderly Housing safe to drink?
Eldridge Elderly Housing has a C safety grade based on 15 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits — independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Eldridge Elderly Housing'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 Eldridge Elderly Housing serve?
Eldridge Elderly Housing serves approximately 40 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Eldridge Elderly Housing's water source?
Eldridge Elderly Housing draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
Is there lead in Eldridge Elderly Housing's water?
The maximum detected lead level is 0.002 mg/L. This is within EPA action level guidelines.
What is the demographic profile of Eldridge Elderly Housing's service area?
The Eldridge Elderly Housing service area has a median household income of $111,250. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Eldridge Elderly Housing get its water?
Eldridge Elderly Housing'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

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