Historical Compliance Records CT

Southington Water Department

EPA ID: CT1310011 ยท 43,069 people served ยท 6 ZIP codes

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Southington Water Department (CT1310011): 12 EPA violations in the last five years. Water monitoring history for Southington Water Department includes 12 violations, each addressed and closed - the system holds no active EPA enforcement today for its 43,069 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS

B ยท 79
Avg Safety Score
43,069
People Served
6
ZIP Codes Served
12
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
Zone 3
Radon Risk ยท Low
6
Contaminants Flagged
$337K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Southington Water Department Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary - Grade B

Service Area Demographics

$124,543
Median Household Income
89,758
Service Area Population
26%
Disadvantaged Population
30th
Poverty Percentile
62th
Energy Burden Percentile
74%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Southington Water Department serves a community with a median household income of $124,543 and an estimated 89,758 residents across its service area. Approximately 74% 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

Southington Water Department'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
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.

Infrastructure Risk

63 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Galvanized Steel or Copper
Pipe Material
7 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Moderate Wear
Decay Status
Installed 90% of expected lifespan used End of life

Detected Contaminants

How Southington Water Department compares to EPA limits

Lead 2 mg/L (action level) (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 0.015 mg/L (action level)
Brain damage in children, kidney & blood pressure in adults
Chlorite 2 mg/L (EXCEEDS LIMIT)
0 EPA Limit: 1 mg/L
Anemia and nervous system effects in infants and children

What This Means For You

Lead at 2 mg/L (action level) exceeds the EPA maximum of 0.015 mg/L (action level). Brain damage in children, kidney & blood pressure in adults. Consider reverse osmosis filtration.

Lead and Copper Rule at 4 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of mg/L.

Chlorite at 2 mg/L exceeds the EPA maximum of 1 mg/L. Anemia and nervous system effects in infants and children. Consider ferrous sulfate reduction filtration.

Total Coliform at 2 presence exceeds the EPA maximum of presence.

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. 42 detections recorded. 13 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†’

Lead was detected in this water system. reverse osmosis filtration can reduce exposure.

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Comparable Water Systems

Similar-sized systems in Connecticut

C 2 violations
D 3 violations
D 1 violation
Torrington Water Company
37,915 people
B 0 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 $1,400
PFAS Treatment $600
Radon Mitigation $467
Water Filtration $50
Total Estimated Cost $2,517

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 $1,000

Annual per household (CDC est.)

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

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

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $2,517 (one-time) vs. $10,330 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

Southington Water Department (EPA ID: CT1310011) is a community water system in Connecticut that serves approximately 43,069 people from surface water sources.

This system provides water to 6 ZIP codes across 6 communities.

ZIP-Area Home Safety Context: B (79/100)

This is the average Home Safety Score for 4 of 6 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 12 records in the 2021-2026 window are classified as resolved or archived, not current.

Status breakdown for accepted records with record years 2021-2026: 12 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
March 1, 2025 Chlorite Non-health-based Resolved
March 1, 2025 Chlorite Non-health-based Resolved
June 12, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
June 12, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
June 12, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
June 5, 2024 Lead and Copper Rule Non-health-based Resolved
December 30, 2023 Stage 1 DBP Rule Non-health-based Resolved
August 10, 2023 Surface Water Treatment Rule Non-health-based Resolved
January 1, 2023 Lead Non-health-based Resolved
July 1, 2022 Lead Non-health-based Resolved
June 1, 2022 Total Coliform Non-health-based Resolved
June 1, 2022 Total Coliform Non-health-based Resolved

Contaminants Detected

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

Contaminant Category Violations Health-Based
Lead and Copper Rule Treatment Failure 4 No
Lead Inorganic 2 No
Chlorite Disinfection Byproducts 2 No
Total Coliform Microbiological 2 No
Stage 1 DBP Rule Treatment Failure 1 No
Surface Water Treatment 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 3 (Low Risk)

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 Southington Water Department (CT1310011) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Southington Water Department water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot shows no current noncompliance for Southington Water Department; its 12 accepted 2021-2026 records are resolved or archived. Historical compliance status does not establish conditions at a specific tap.

How many people does Southington Water Department serve?

Southington Water Department serves approximately 43,069 people across 6 ZIP codes in Connecticut.

Where does Southington Water Department 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
406
Detections
25
Latest sample
10/25/2023
Highest analyte
PFOA: 8 ppt
Analyte Max detected Current MCL Status
PFOA 8 ppt 10 ppt Above 2029 federal MCL
PFOS 6 ppt 10 ppt Above 2029 federal MCL
PFBA 5 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFBS 4 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFHxA 4 ppt โ€” โ€”
PFPeA 4 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 Southington Water Department safe to drink?
Southington Water Department earns a B safety grade with 12 violations in the past 5 years. Tap water meets EPA standards for most contaminants.
What contaminants are in Southington Water Department's water?
Detected contaminants include Lead, Lead and Copper Rule, Chlorite, Total Coliform. 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 Southington Water Department serve?
Southington Water Department serves approximately 43,069 people with drinking water across 6 ZIP codes.
What is Southington Water Department's water source?
Southington Water Department draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Southington Water Department's service area?
The Southington Water Department service area has a median household income of $124,543. Demographic data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau and EPA EJScreen.
Where does Southington Water Department get its water?
Southington Water Department'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

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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

Southington Water Department (EPA ID: CT1310011) - request the latest Consumer Confidence Report or ask about specific contaminants.

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