Historical Compliance Records CT

Putnam Water Pollution Control Authority

EPA ID: CT1160011 ยท 7,300 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Putnam Water Pollution Control Authority (CT1160011): 20 EPA violations in the last five years. Despite the 20 historical violations in its record, Putnam Water Pollution Control Authority has cleared every one and now meets EPA standards serving 7,300 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

C ยท 60
Avg Safety Score
7,300
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
20
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
Zone 2
Radon Risk ยท Moderate
20
Contaminants Flagged
$258K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Putnam Water Pollution Control Authority Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary - Grade C

Service Area Demographics

$67,353
Median Household Income
9,227
Service Area Population
12%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
82%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Putnam Water Pollution Control Authority serves a community with a median household income of $67,353 and an estimated 9,227 residents across its service area. Approximately 82% 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

Putnam Water Pollution Control Authority'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.

Elevated Risk
Source Contamination Risk
30th
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.

Infrastructure Risk

73 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
0 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Accelerating Decay
Decay Status
Installed 100% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Putnam Water Pollution Control Authority compares to EPA limits

PFOA 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.000004 mg/L
PFNA 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.00001 mg/L
Chlorodibromomethane 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.002 mg/L
Liver cancer, brain cancer (known carcinogen)
Bromate 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.01 mg/L
Dichloroacetic Acid 1 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.06 mg/L

What This Means For You

PFOA at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.000004 mg/L.

PFNA at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.00001 mg/L.

Chlorodibromomethane at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.002 mg/L. Liver cancer, brain cancer (known carcinogen). Consider granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration.

Bromate at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.01 mg/L.

Dichloroacetic Acid at 1 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.06 mg/L.

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 5 detections recorded. 2 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†’

Chlorodibromomethane was detected in this water system. granular activated carbon (GAC) filtration can reduce exposure.

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Comparable Water Systems

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7,300 people
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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Water Filtration PFAS Treatment Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,200
Water Filtration $600
PFAS Treatment $600
Radon Mitigation $400
Total Estimated Cost $2,800

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.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$7,665
10 years
$15,330
20 years
$30,660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,800 (one-time) vs. $15,330 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

Putnam Water Pollution Control Authority (EPA ID: CT1160011) is a community water system in Connecticut that serves approximately 7,300 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 06260 in Putnam.

ZIP-Area Home Safety Context: C (60/100)

This is the average Home Safety Score for 1 of 1 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 20 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 20 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
January 1, 2025 Monobromoacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2025 PFOA Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2025 Bromodichloroacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2025 HAA9 Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2025 Chloramine Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2025 Chlorate Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2025 HAA6Br Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2025 Dibromochloromethane Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2025 Tribromoacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2025 Chlorodibromoacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2025 Dibromoacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2025 Bromoform Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2025 Total Organic Carbon Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2025 Chlorodibromomethane Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2025 Bromodichloromethane Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2025 Dichloroacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2025 PFNA Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2025 Bromate Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2025 Bromochloroacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2025 Trichloroacetic Acid Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

The following contaminants have been flagged in EPA records for this water system:

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
PFOA PFAS 1 No
PFNA PFAS 1 No
Dichloroacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Bromodichloromethane Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Dibromochloromethane Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Bromoform Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Chlorodibromomethane Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Trichloroacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Monobromoacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Dibromoacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Bromochloroacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Bromodichloroacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Chlorodibromoacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
Tribromoacetic Acid Disinfection Byproducts 1 No
HAA6Br Disinfection Byproducts 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 2 (Moderate 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 Putnam Water Pollution Control Authority (CT1160011) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Putnam Water Pollution Control Authority water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Putnam Water Pollution Control Authority; its 20 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Putnam Water Pollution Control Authority serve?

Putnam Water Pollution Control Authority serves approximately 7,300 people across 1 ZIP code in Connecticut.

Where does Putnam Water Pollution Control Authority get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Federal UCMR5 PFAS Monitoring: Detected

This water system was tested under the federal EPA Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR5). PFAS compounds were detected below the current state-enforceable MCL.

Samples collected
232
Detections
9
Latest sample
8/5/2025
Highest analyte
PFOA: 8.5 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
PFOA 8.5 ppt 10 ppt Above 2029 federal MCL
PFOS 7.5 ppt 10 ppt Above 2029 federal MCL
PFHxS 4 ppt 10 ppt Below current MCL
PFBS 3.2 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFPeA 3.1 ppt โ€” โ€”

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†’

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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 Putnam Water Pollution Control Authority safe to drink?
Putnam Water Pollution Control Authority has a C safety grade based on 20 recorded violations. Some contaminants may exceed EPA limits - independent testing is recommended.
What contaminants are in Putnam Water Pollution Control Authority's water?
Detected contaminants include PFOA, PFNA, Chlorodibromomethane, Bromate. Each is compared against EPA maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) in the detailed breakdown above.
Should I use a water filter?
Given 5 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 Putnam Water Pollution Control Authority serve?
Putnam Water Pollution Control Authority serves approximately 7,300 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Putnam Water Pollution Control Authority's water source?
Putnam Water Pollution Control Authority draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Putnam Water Pollution Control Authority's service area?
The Putnam Water Pollution Control Authority service area has a median household income of $67,353. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Putnam Water Pollution Control Authority get its water?
Putnam Water Pollution Control Authority'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 the exported violation history and environmental factors, the source contamination risk is classified as elevated.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Putnam Water Pollution Control Authority: 20 EPA Violations. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/ct1160011/
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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

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3

Contact your utility

Putnam Water Pollution Control Authority (EPA ID: CT1160011) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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