Historical Compliance Records CT

Norwalk First Taxing District

EPA ID: CT1030011 ยท 40,256 people served ยท 7 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Norwalk First Taxing District (CT1030011): PFAS sampling above the current EPA limit (UCMR5). Norwalk First Taxing District recorded 1 EPA violation over the past five years, all of which have since been resolved - the utility is currently in compliance serving 40,256 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

D ยท 49
Avg Safety Score
40,256
People Served
7
ZIP Codes Served
1
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
Zone 1
Radon Risk ยท High
1
Contaminants Flagged
$565K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Norwalk First Taxing District Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary - Grade D

Service Area Demographics

$121,910
Median Household Income
154,653
Service Area Population
26%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
75%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Norwalk First Taxing District serves a community with a median household income of $121,910 and an estimated 154,653 residents across its service area. Approximately 75% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

๐ŸŒŠ Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Norwalk First Taxing District'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.

Moderate 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.

Infrastructure Risk

62 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
4 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 94% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Norwalk First Taxing District compares to EPA limits

What This Means For You

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

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 40 detections recorded. 12 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS).

State limits: PFOA: 0.012 ppt, PFOS: 0.016 ppt, PFHxS: 0.018 ppt, PFHpA: 0.018 ppt, PFNA: 0.013 ppt
Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter โ†’

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Connecticut

D 3 violations
C 2 violations
Torrington Water Company
37,915 people
B 0 violations
B 12 violations
D 22 violations

Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment Radon Mitigation Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,457
PFAS Treatment $514
Radon Mitigation $400
Water Filtration $171
Total Estimated Cost $2,543

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 $500

Annual per household (CDC est.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$2,665
10 years
$5,330
20 years
$10,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,543 (one-time) vs. $5,330 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

Norwalk First Taxing District (EPA ID: CT1030011) is a community water system in Connecticut that serves approximately 40,256 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 7 ZIP codes across 4 communities.

ZIP-Area Home Safety Context: D (49/100)

This is the average Home Safety Score for 2 of 7 service-area ZIP codes with all required score domains observed. It is not a grade for the water utility.

Model 4.0.0 uses SDWIS identity plus accepted ECHO SDWA lifecycle-based water compliance, the UCMR 5 PFAS MCL screen, EPA radon zone, and annual EPA AirData AQI across three equally weighted domains. Missing required evidence suppresses the score.

Violation History

No current noncompliance in the accepted 2026Q2 snapshot. The 1 record in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

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
December 30, 2021 Stage 1 DBP 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
Stage 1 DBP 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 $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

Find the Right Water Filter

Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking โ€” 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 Norwalk First Taxing District (CT1030011) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Norwalk First Taxing District water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Norwalk First Taxing District; 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 Norwalk First Taxing District serve?

Norwalk First Taxing District serves approximately 40,256 people across 7 ZIP codes in Connecticut.

Where does Norwalk First Taxing District get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Above Current MCL

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). One or more PFAS compounds were measured above the current state-enforceable MCL.

Samples collected
174
Detections
16
Latest sample
9/10/2024
Highest analyte
PFOS: 11.2 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
PFOS 11.2 ppt 10 ppt Above current MCL
PFOA 9.5 ppt 10 ppt Above 2029 federal MCL
PFBS 6.4 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFPeA 5.4 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFHxA 4.8 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFHxS 4.2 ppt 10 ppt Below current MCL

Current MCL reflects the lowest state-enforceable limit (NYS 10 ppt for PFOA/PFOS, effective August 2020). The federal final MCL of 4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS (EPA April 2024 rule) is not enforceable until April 2029. Detections above 4 ppt but below 10 ppt are below current MCL but above the future federal limit.

Source: U.S. EPA UCMR5 (Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, 5th cycle) โ€” per-system federal sampling, 2023โ€“2025. EPA UCMR5 monitoring program โ†’

Understand PFAS health context and filtration โ†’

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

Is water from Norwalk First Taxing District safe to drink?
Norwalk First Taxing District has a D safety grade based on 1 recorded violation. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits - independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Norwalk First Taxing District's water?
Detected contaminants include Stage 1 DBP Rule. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 1 contaminant 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 Norwalk First Taxing District serve?
Norwalk First Taxing District serves approximately 40,256 people with drinking water across 7 ZIP codes.
What is Norwalk First Taxing District's water source?
Norwalk First Taxing District draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Norwalk First Taxing District's service area?
The Norwalk First Taxing District service area has a median household income of $121,910. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Norwalk First Taxing District get its water?
Norwalk First Taxing District'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. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Norwalk First Taxing District (CT): 1 EPA Violation. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ct1030011/
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What You Can Do

1

Test your water

Home test kits can detect lead, bacteria, and other contaminants at your tap. Find the right filter โ†’

2

Check your specific ZIP code

Water quality can vary within a system. View nearest ZIP report โ†’

3

Contact your utility

Norwalk First Taxing District (EPA ID: CT1030011) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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