Water System Report CT

Aquarion-lakeside

EPA ID: CT1300031 · 455 people served · 1 ZIP code

Federal monitoring records confirm Aquarion-lakeside has operated without any EPA violations for the full five-year window — covering every contaminant category and reporting cycle across a service area of approximately 455 residents, with no gaps in the compliance record.

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

455
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$382K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

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

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$112,434
Median Household Income
19,973
Service Area Population
26%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
70th
Energy Burden Percentile
68%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Aquarion-lakeside serves a community with a median household income of $112,434 and an estimated 19,973 residents across its service area. Approximately 68% 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-lakeside'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
50th
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

54 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
16 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 77% 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. 2 detections recorded. 1 exceeds 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 →

Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Connecticut

C 1 violation
C 16 violations
C 7 violations
D 1 violation
0 violations

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 $1,200
PFAS Treatment $600
Total Estimated Cost $3,000

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 $3,000 (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-lakeside (EPA ID: CT1300031) is a community water system in Connecticut that serves approximately 455 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 06488 in Southbury.

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: 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 Aquarion-lakeside (CT1300031) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aquarion-lakeside water safe to drink?

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

How many people does Aquarion-lakeside serve?

Aquarion-lakeside serves approximately 455 people across 1 ZIP code in Connecticut.

Where does Aquarion-lakeside 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
178
Unknown Material
23
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: 455
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-lakeside meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Aquarion-lakeside serve?
Aquarion-lakeside serves approximately 455 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Aquarion-lakeside's water source?
Aquarion-lakeside draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Aquarion-lakeside's service area?
The Aquarion-lakeside service area has a median household income of $112,434. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Aquarion-lakeside get its water?
Aquarion-lakeside'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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