Water System Report CT

Moosup Garden Apartments

EPA ID: CT1090221 · 270 people served · 3 ZIP codes

Moosup Garden Apartments carries zero EPA violations in five years — a spotless record for a utility serving 270 residents.

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

270
People Served
3
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$407K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Moosup Garden Apartments Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$132,794
Median Household Income
15,671
Service Area Population
21%
Disadvantaged Population
33th
Poverty Percentile
67th
Energy Burden Percentile
72%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Moosup Garden Apartments serves a community with a median household income of $132,794 and an estimated 15,671 residents across its service area. Approximately 72% 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

Moosup Garden Apartments'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.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
43th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
60th
Superfund Site Proximity

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

52 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
17 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 75% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 10 detections recorded. 4 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 →

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation PFAS Treatment Water Filtration
Flood Insurance $1,200
Radon Mitigation $400
PFAS Treatment $400
Water Filtration $200
Total Estimated Cost $2,200

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:

PFAS Exposure — Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,200 (one-time) vs. $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

Moosup Garden Apartments (EPA ID: CT1090221) is a community water system in Connecticut that serves approximately 270 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 3 ZIP codes across 3 communities.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

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 Moosup Garden Apartments (CT1090221) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Moosup Garden Apartments water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Moosup Garden Apartments has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Moosup Garden Apartments serve?

Moosup Garden Apartments serves approximately 270 people across 3 ZIP codes in Connecticut.

Where does Moosup Garden Apartments 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
10
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: 270
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

Should I use a water filter?
Moosup Garden Apartments meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Moosup Garden Apartments serve?
Moosup Garden Apartments serves approximately 270 people with drinking water across 3 ZIP codes.
What is Moosup Garden Apartments's water source?
Moosup Garden Apartments draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Moosup Garden Apartments's service area?
The Moosup Garden Apartments service area has a median household income of $132,794. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Moosup Garden Apartments get its water?
Moosup Garden Apartments'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 available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.
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