Water System Report CT

Aquarion-ridgefield Knolls

EPA ID: CT1180021 · 958 people served · 2 ZIP codes

Federal monitoring spanning five full years has produced zero violations at Aquarion-ridgefield Knolls — a clean record across every reporting cycle for a utility serving approximately 958 residents.

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

958
People Served
2
ZIP Codes Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Aquarion-ridgefield Knolls Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$168,991
Median Household Income
25,029
Service Area Population
26%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
50th
Energy Burden Percentile
72%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Aquarion-ridgefield Knolls serves a community with a median household income of $168,991 and an estimated 25,029 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

Aquarion-ridgefield Knolls'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
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. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

47 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
21 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 69% 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. 7 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 →

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Radon Mitigation Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Flood Insurance $600
PFAS Treatment $300
Total Estimated Cost $2,100

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 $2,100 (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

Aquarion-ridgefield Knolls (EPA ID: CT1180021) is a community water system in Connecticut that serves approximately 958 people from groundwater sources.

This system provides water to 2 ZIP codes across 1 community.

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

ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: 1 ZIP code confirmed via EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 plus 1 additional ZIP inferred from SDWIS registry data. The EPA-confirmed set is the most reliable; SDWIS-inferred entries may be narrower than the real deployment area.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Aquarion-ridgefield Knolls (CT1180021) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aquarion-ridgefield Knolls water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Aquarion-ridgefield Knolls has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Aquarion-ridgefield Knolls serve?

Aquarion-ridgefield Knolls serves approximately 958 people across 2 ZIP codes in Connecticut.

Where does Aquarion-ridgefield Knolls 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
223
Unknown Material
17
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 2022-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 958
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?
Aquarion-ridgefield Knolls meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Aquarion-ridgefield Knolls serve?
Aquarion-ridgefield Knolls serves approximately 958 people with drinking water across 2 ZIP codes.
What is Aquarion-ridgefield Knolls's water source?
Aquarion-ridgefield Knolls draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Aquarion-ridgefield Knolls's service area?
The Aquarion-ridgefield Knolls service area has a median household income of $168,991. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Aquarion-ridgefield Knolls get its water?
Aquarion-ridgefield Knolls'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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